Description

1-Cyano-7-Methylnaphthalene is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a naphthalene backbone substituted with cyano and methyl functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals, where precise molecular architecture is paramount. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of high-performance dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Cyano-7-Methylnaphthalene
CAS No.	38879-97-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉N
Molecular Weight	167.21 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-1-naphthonitrile; 1-Naphthonitrile, 7-methyl-; 7-Methylnaphthalene-1-carbonitrile; 1-Cyano-7-methylnaphthalene; 7-Methyl-1-cyanonaphthalene; α-Cyano-7-methylnaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Cyano-7-Methylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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