Description

1-Naphthoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester derivative of 1-naphthoic acid, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in providing a reactive methyl ester functional group that facilitates further transformations under milder conditions compared to the parent acid. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require a reliable building block for synthesizing complex molecules, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the naphthoyl moiety is required.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks, including ligands for catalysis and functional polymers.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of performance chemicals, such as UV stabilizers, liquid crystals, and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	2459-24-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 1-naphthoate; Methyl naphthalene-1-carboxylate; 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, methyl ester; α-Naphthoic acid methyl ester; Methyl α-naphthoate; 1-Carbomethoxynaphthalene; NSC 404080
EINECS	219-527-9

Quality Control

Our 1-Naphthoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency for industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	34 - 38 °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.