Description

1-Nitro-2,6-Dimethoxynaphthalene is a specialized nitro-substituted naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and functional materials. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical chemists, and industrial manufacturers engaged in fine chemical and advanced material production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Precursor for the development of high-performance naphthalene-based dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in research for creating naphthalene-derived components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in nitration chemistry and aromatic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Nitro-2,6-Dimethoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	39077-18-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO₄
Molecular Weight	233.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethoxy-1-nitronaphthalene; 1-Nitro-2,6-dimethoxynaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1-nitro-2,6-dimethoxy-; 39077-18-4; 2,6-Dimethoxynaphthalene-1-nitro; 1-Nitro-2,6-bis(methoxy)naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Nitro-2,6-Dimethoxynaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis are available upon request.

Storage

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

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	≤ 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.