Description

1-Cyanoacenaphthylene is a specialized, high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of cyano-substituted polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. This chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate and building block for the synthesis of complex molecules in research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical developers, and material scientists working on functional dyes and organic electronics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Semiconductor Materials: Used in the development of n-type semiconductors, OLEDs, and other electronic materials due to its electron-accepting cyano group.
• Functional Dye Synthesis: Intermediate for creating specialized dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating complex ligands used in catalytic systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploratory organic synthesis and method development in chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Cyanoacenaphthylene
CAS No.	39653-72-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₇N
Molecular Weight	177.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Acenaphthylene-1-carbonitrile; 1-Acenaphthylenecarbonitrile; 1-Cyanoacenaphthalene; Acenaphthylene-1-carbonitrile; 1-CNA; NSC 163022; 1-Cyanoacenaphthene (related structure)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Cyanoacenaphthylene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA). Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced material applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.