Description

1-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid is a halogenated naphthoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its core value proposition lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a carboxylic acid functional group on the naphthalene ring system, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require a reliable building block for creating complex organic molecules, such as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Functional Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: An intermediate in the synthesis of naphthalimide-based fluorescent dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the research and development of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and novel compound library development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid
CAS No.	20717-79-7
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	251.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-naphthoic Acid; 1-Bromo-2-naphthalenecarboxylic Acid; 2-Bromonaphthalene-1-carboxylic Acid; NSC 404087; 1-Bromo-2-naphthoic acid; 2-Bromonaphthoic Acid; 2-Bromo-1-naphthalenecarboxylic Acid; α-Bromo-β-naphthoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical processes.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	205 - 210 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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