Description

1,3,7-Naphthalenetricarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which enables the creation of complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core component for electron-transport materials and host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Polymers & MOFs: Acts as a versatile multidentate ligand for constructing metal-organic frameworks with specific porosity and catalytic properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of high-performance, color-fast naphthalimide-based dyes and pigments.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce carboxylic acid functionality into polymer chains, enhancing adhesion, solubility, or cross-linking potential.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,7-Naphthalenetricarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	36440-02-5
Molecular Formula	C13H8O6
Molecular Weight	260.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Naphthalene-1,3,7-tricarboxylic Acid; 1,3,7-Naphthalenetricarboxylic Acid; 1,3,7-Naphthalene Tricarboxylic Acid; Naphthalene-1,3,7-tricarboxylate; 1,3,7-NTA; Naphthalene Tricarboxylic Acid; 1,3,7-Naphthalenetricarboxylate; 1,3,7-Naphthalenetricarboxylic acid (9CI)
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Quality Control

Our 1,3,7-Naphthalenetricarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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