Description

Ethyl 1-Naphthoate is a high-purity organic ester derived from 1-naphthoic acid. This compound serves as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is essential for industries requiring precise molecular building blocks for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for naphthalene-based dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Potential intermediate in the development of electron-transport or host materials for electronic displays.
• Liquid Crystal and Polymer Additives: Utilized in the synthesis of monomers or additives for specialty polymers and liquid crystal compositions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: May serve as a starting material for the synthesis of specific aromatic esters.
• Research and Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Chemical Standard: Used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for method development and quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1-Naphthoate
CAS No.	3007-97-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 1-Naphthoate; Ethyl α-Naphthoate; 1-Naphthoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Naphthalene-1-carboxylate; Ethyl 1-Naphthalenecarboxylate; NSC 404087; Ethyl α-Naphthalenecarboxylate; Ethyl Naphthoate
EINECS	221-111-6

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 1-Naphthoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	34 - 38 °C
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.