Description

5-Nitro-1-Naphthalenecarbonitrile is a specialized aromatic nitrile derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a nitro group and a nitrile functionality, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and fine-tuning material properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical producers seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds, for applications in oncology and CNS disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and pesticides, where the nitro and nitrile groups contribute to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the production of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments, imparting color fastness and specific hue properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials due to its electron-withdrawing characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development in organic synthesis, including studies on nitration, cyanation, and palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Nitro-1-Naphthalenecarbonitrile
CAS No.	23245-64-9
Molecular Formula	C11H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	198.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-1-naphthonitrile; 1-Cyano-5-nitronaphthalene; 5-Nitronaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 5-Nitro-1-cyanonaphthalene; 1-Naphthalenecarbonitrile, 5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-1-naphthyl cyanide; 5-Nitronaphthalenecarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Nitro-1-Naphthalenecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.