Description

2-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Oxirane is a specialized epoxide derivative of naphthalene, serving as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive oxirane ring fused to a naphthalene system, makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and production in industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymer science, where it is used to introduce naphthyl-oxirane functionality into target molecules.

Application

The reactive epoxide ring and aromatic naphthalene core of 2-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Oxirane enable its use in diverse synthetic pathways. Key industrial and research applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Monomer or cross-linking agent for epoxy resins and specialty polymers to enhance thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Key precursor in the production of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Component in high-performance epoxy-based adhesive and coating systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Valuable reagent for organic synthesis and material science research in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Oxirane
CAS No.	20861-99-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Naphthyl)oxirane; 2-Naphthylglycidyl Ether; 2,3-Epoxypropyl 2-Naphthyl Ether; 1,2-Epoxy-3-(2-naphthyloxy)propane; Glycidyl 2-Naphthyl Ether; Naphthalene-2-yloxirane; 2-(2-Naphthyl)glycidyl Ether; 2-Naphthyl glycidyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Naphthalen-2-Yl)Oxirane adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

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)	Contact for details

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