Description

Potassium 2-Naphtholate is the potassium salt of 2-naphthol, a key organic intermediate and reagent. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile nucleophile and base in fine chemical synthesis and advanced material production. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing naphthalene backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of azo dyes, pigments, and other colorants.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Acts as a catalyst or chain transfer agent in specific polymerization reactions to modify polymer properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a strong base or nucleophile in various organic transformations, including etherification and esterification reactions.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 2-Naphtholate
CAS No.	36294-21-0
Molecular Formula	C10H7KO
Molecular Weight	182.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthol, potassium salt; Potassium 2-hydroxynaphthalene; β-Naphthol potassium salt; 2-Naphthalenol, potassium salt (1:1); Potassium β-naphtholate; 2-Hydroxynaphthalene potassium salt; K 2-Naphtholate
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Quality Control

Our Potassium 2-Naphtholate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for consistency and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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