Description

6,6'-Dimethoxy-2,2'-Binaphthalene is a functionalized binaphthyl derivative that serves as a valuable chiral building block and ligand precursor in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its ability to impart axial chirality and steric bulk, which is crucial for developing asymmetric catalysts and functional materials. It is needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from catalyst development to the synthesis of novel organic electronic materials.

Application

• Asymmetric Catalysis: As a precursor for chiral phosphine or diamine ligands used in enantioselective hydrogenation, cross-coupling, and other catalytic transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: In the synthesis of complex, chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where axial chirality is required for biological activity.
• Material Science: As a core structural unit for constructing chiral organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or polymers with specific optical and electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: For the development of chiral herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: As a building block for host-guest systems and molecular recognition due to its rigid, V-shaped structure.
• Analytical Chemistry: Potential use as a chiral selector or stationary phase modifier in chromatography for enantiomer separation.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,6'-Dimethoxy-2,2'-Binaphthalene
CAS No.	29619-45-2
Molecular Formula	C22H18O2
Molecular Weight	314.38 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Binaphthalene, 6,6'-dimethoxy-; 6,6'-Dimethoxy-2,2'-binaphthyl; 1,1'-Binaphthalene-6,6'-diol dimethyl ether; 6,6'-Dimethoxy[1,1'-binaphthalene]-2,2'-diol (tautomer); DNMBN; Contact for additional trade names and abbreviations.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6,6'-Dimethoxy-2,2'-Binaphthalene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, for comprehensive characterization. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch shipped.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.