Description

2-Naphthalenemalononitrile is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of malononitrile derivatives. This chemical serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its reactivity and structural properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its nitrile functionality.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as an electron-transport material or a core unit in the synthesis of organic semiconductors for display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing naphthalene-based dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for cyclization reactions and the construction of complex molecular frameworks in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Naphthalenemalononitrile
CAS No.	32122-61-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈N₂
Molecular Weight	192.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthylmalononitrile; Naphthalene-2-malononitrile; 2-(Cyanomethyl)naphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 1,2-Dicyano-1-(naphthalen-2-yl)ethene; β-Naphthylmalononitrile; 2-Naphthalenyl-propanedinitrile; 2-(1,3-Dicyanoprop-1-en-2-yl)naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Naphthalenemalononitrile is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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