Description

6-Ethoxynaphthalene-2-Sulfonyl Chloride is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive sulfonyl chloride group. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for constructing sulfonamide derivatives and other functionalized naphthalene-based structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs containing sulfonamide functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the naphthalene sulfonyl moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating specialized dyes, optical brighteners, and pigments due to the naphthalene core's chromophoric properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers where tailored electronic properties are required.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ethoxynaphthalene-2-Sulfonyl Chloride
CAS No.	1246776-76-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁ClO₃S
Molecular Weight	270.73 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxy-6-naphthalenesulfonyl chloride; 6-Ethoxy-2-naphthalenesulfonyl chloride; 2-Naphthalenesulfonyl chloride, 6-ethoxy-; 6-Ethoxynaphthalene-2-sulphonyl chloride; 1246776-76-0; 6-Ethoxy-2-naphthylsulfonyl chloride; 2-(Ethoxy)naphthalene-6-sulfonyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Ethoxynaphthalene-2-Sulfonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.