Description

1-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Propan-2-One is a specialized aromatic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. Industries such as pharmaceutical R&D, fine chemical manufacturing, and material science require this high-purity intermediate for developing new active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and host materials in OLED displays and lighting.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing high-performance naphthalene-based dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated into specialty polymers to modify thermal stability, optical properties, or mechanical strength.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Propan-2-One
CAS No.	33744-50-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	184.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Naphthyl)-2-propanone; 1-Acetonaphthone; 1-Naphthylacetone; 2-Propanone, 1-(1-naphthalenyl)-; 1-Naphthyl Methyl Ketone; α-Methyl-1-naphthylmethyl ketone; 1-(1-Naphthyl)acetone; 1-Naphthalenylpropan-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Propan-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. 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.