Description

3-(6-Methoxynaphthalen-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzaldehyde core linked to a methoxynaphthalene moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel active compounds or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules containing naphthalene scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its complex aromatic structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its conjugated system and functional aldehyde group.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies, such as cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of complex heterocycles.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments where lightfastness and specific color properties are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(6-Methoxynaphthalen-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	237069-42-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	262.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(6-Methoxy-2-naphthyl)benzaldehyde; 2-Methoxy-6-(3-formylphenyl)naphthalene; 3-(6-Methoxynaphthalen-2-yl)benzaldehyde; 3-(6-Methoxy-2-naphthalenyl)benzaldehyde; 3-(6-Methoxynaphth-2-yl)benzaldehyde; 3-(6-Methoxy-2-naphthyl)benzenecarboxaldehyde; [3-(6-Methoxynaphthalen-2-yl)phenyl]methanal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(6-Methoxynaphthalen-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%

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