Description

6-Acetyl-2-Naphthoic Acid is a high-purity, versatile naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and an acetyl group, enabling precise chemical modifications for advanced material synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for naphthalene-based cores in electronic display and lighting materials.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for creating high-performance, light-fast azo and polycyclic dyes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Functional monomer for enhancing thermal stability and mechanical properties of engineering plastics.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile reagent for constructing complex polycyclic structures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Acetyl-2-Naphthoic Acid
CAS No.	33627-01-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight	214.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoic acid, 6-acetyl-; 6-Acetyl-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; 6-Acetylnaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-acetylnaphthalene; 6-Acetyl-β-naphthoic acid; 6-Acetyl-2-naphthoic acid; 6-Acetyl-2-naphthoic acid CAS 33627-01-9
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Quality Control

Our 6-Acetyl-2-Naphthoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance assurance for your regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	215 - 220 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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