Description

2-Isobutoxynaphthalene is a high-purity organic chemical intermediate characterized by its naphthalene backbone substituted with an isobutoxy functional group. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced synthesis, offering specific steric and electronic properties that influence reaction pathways and product performance. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for applications ranging from ligand synthesis to the development of functional polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a core component or side-chain modifier in the production of liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the research and manufacture of electron-transport or host materials for OLED devices.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to create specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Incorporated to alter the physical properties, such as solubility or thermal stability, of advanced polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing specific naphthalene-based colorants.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Used in the research and synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for specialty applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isobutoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	2173-57-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆O
Molecular Weight	200.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methylpropoxy)naphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-isobutoxy-; Isobutyl 2-naphthyl ether; 2-Naphthyl isobutyl ether; β-Isobutoxynaphthalene; 2-Isobutyloxynaphthalene; 2-(Isobutoxy)naphthalene
EINECS	218-525-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Isobutoxynaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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