Description

4-(1-Naphthyl)Butan-2-One is a specialized organic ketone compound featuring a naphthyl substituent. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific aromatic properties. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material research sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor or core structure in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and emissive materials for display technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex, high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for metal complexes and catalytic systems.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Employed as a building block for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-(1-Naphthyl)Butan-2-One
CAS No.	3506-84-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄O
Molecular Weight	198.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Oxopentyl)naphthalene; 4-(1-Naphthyl)-2-butanone; 4-(Naphthalen-1-yl)butan-2-one; 1-Naphthylbutan-2-one; 4-(1-Naphthalenyl)-2-butanone; 2-Butanone, 4-(1-naphthyl)-; Ketone, 4-(1-naphthyl)butan-2-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(1-Naphthyl)Butan-2-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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