Description

(S S)-(-)-1-(1-Naphthyl)-2-(2-Naphthyl) is a chiral binaphthyl derivative, a high-value specialty chemical building block. This compound is significant for its role in asymmetric synthesis and as a precursor for advanced materials. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel catalysts, ligands, and functional organic molecules.

Application

• Asymmetric Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: A key chiral precursor for constructing novel phosphine, amine, and N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands used in enantioselective catalysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring high enantiomeric purity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for chiral organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and molecular recognition systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of chiral compounds for novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for chemists exploring new methodologies in stereoselective synthesis and supramolecular chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S S)-(-)-1-(1-Naphthyl)-2-(2-Naphthyl)
CAS No.	229185-00-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₄
Molecular Weight	254.33 g/mol
Synonyms	(S,S)-1,1'-Binaphthyl; (S)-1,1'-Binaphthyl; (S)-1,1'-Binaphthalene; (S)-BINAPh (partial name); 1,1'-Binaphthyl, (S)-; (-)-1,1'-Binaphthyl; (S)-1,1'-Dinaphthyl; (S)-[1,1'-Binaphthalene]-2,2'-diol (common parent compound name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Every batch is characterized to confirm identity, chiral purity, and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for chiral purity (enantiomeric excess), chemical assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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