Description

2-Naphthylhydrazine is a specialized aromatic hydrazine derivative, a key organic intermediate prized for its reactivity as a building block in complex synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a versatile precursor for the production of heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and functional materials. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and industries involved in advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic drug candidates.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a key building block for azo dyes, naphthol AS series pigments, and other colorants.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Photographic Chemicals: Acts as a component in the synthesis of certain photographic developers and sensitizers.
• Polymer Additives: Utilized in the creation of specialty monomers and polymer stabilizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthylhydrazine
CAS No.	2243-57-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₀N₂
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydrazinonaphthalene; β-Naphthylhydrazine; 2-Naphthalenehydrazine; (2-Naphthyl)hydrazine; 2-Naphthyl hydrazine; Hydrazine, (2-naphthyl)-; 2-NHZ
EINECS	218-816-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Naphthylhydrazine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming specifications for identity, assay, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	128 - 132 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.