Description

2-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Ethylamine is a versatile aromatic amine building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a naphthyl group linked to an ethylamine chain, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic amine functionality.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for producing naphthalene-based dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymer materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel organic transformations and catalysis.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare complexing agents and ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Ethylamine
CAS No.	2017-68-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	171.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Naphthyl)ethylamine; 2-Naphthylethylamine; Naphthalen-2-ylethanamine; β-(2-Naphthyl)ethylamine; 2-(2-Naphthalenyl)ethanamine; 2-(2-Naphthyl)ethanamine; 2-Naphthaleneethylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Ethylamine is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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