Description

4-Nitronaphthalene-1,8-Dicarboxylic Anhydride is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure as a nitrated naphthalic anhydride makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the fields of dyes, pigments, and functional materials. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories seeking to create products with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing high-performance naphthalimide dyes, vat dyes, and organic pigments, valued for their color fastness and thermal stability.
• Functional Material Synthesis: Used in the research and production of organic semiconductors, photoconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-accepting nitro and anhydride groups.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents that incorporate the naphthalimide core structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to modify polymers, introducing nitro-aromatic functionalities to alter material properties such as refractive index or adhesion.
• Analytical Chemistry & Sensors: Acts as a derivatization agent or a core structure for developing fluorescent probes and chemosensors.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated as an intermediate for developing novel herbicides or plant growth regulators with specific modes of action.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitronaphthalene-1,8-Dicarboxylic Anhydride
CAS No.	34087-02-0
Molecular Formula	C12H5NO6
Molecular Weight	259.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitronaphthalic Anhydride; 4-Nitro-1,8-naphthalic anhydride; 1,8-Naphthalic anhydride, 4-nitro-; 4-Nitronaphthalene-1,8-dicarboxylic acid anhydride; 4-Nitro-1,8-naphthalenedicarboxylic anhydride; 4-Nitronaphthalic Acid Anhydride; 4-Nitro-NA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitronaphthalene-1,8-Dicarboxylic Anhydride is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and away from direct light to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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