Description

4-(4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalen-1-Yl)Butanoic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized naphthalene derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and material science sectors. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development teams working on novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystals, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the naphthalene scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Used as a core building block for creating advanced liquid crystal materials, essential for display technologies and optical devices.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for the development of electron-transport or host materials in OLED layers due to its conjugated structure.
• Specialty Polymer Research: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific thermal, optical, or mechanical properties for high-performance materials.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the research and development of new-generation herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments with enhanced color fastness or fluorescence.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed as a standard or investigational compound in methodological studies and novel reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalen-1-Yl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	25178-78-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈O₄
Molecular Weight	274.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4,8-Dimethoxy-1-naphthyl)butanoic acid; 4-(4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalen-1-yl)butyric acid; 1-Naphthalenebutanoic acid, 4,8-dimethoxy-; Butanoic acid, 4-(4,8-dimethoxy-1-naphthalenyl)-; 4,8-Dimethoxy-1-naphthalenebutanoic acid; 25178-78-3; 4-(4,8-Dimethoxy-naphthalen-1-yl)-butyric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalen-1-Yl)Butanoic Acid is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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