Description

2,7-Naphthalenedicarbonitrile is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its rigid, planar aromatic structure and two reactive nitrile functional groups. This compound matters as a critical building block for the synthesis of advanced materials, particularly in the development of organic semiconductors and luminescent polymers. It is needed by R&D chemists and production engineers in the electronics, specialty chemicals, and advanced polymer industries seeking to create novel n-type organic electronic materials, dyes, and liquid crystals.

Application

• Key monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of n-type organic semiconductors for OLEDs, OFETs, and organic photovoltaics.
• Building block for high-performance polymers and ladder polymers with enhanced thermal and chemical stability.
• Precursor for the development of fluorescent dyes and optical brightening agents.
• Starting material in pharmaceutical research for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems.
• Intermediate in the manufacture of liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Used in academic and industrial research for exploring new coordination chemistry with metal ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,7-Naphthalenedicarbonitrile
CAS No.	39718-11-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₆N₂
Molecular Weight	178.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Dicyanonaphthalene; Naphthalene-2,7-dicarbonitrile; 2,7-Naphthalenedinitrile; 2,7-Bis(cyano)naphthalene; 1,6-Dicyanonaphthalene (alternative numbering); 2,7-NDN; NSC 163045
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Quality Control

Our 2,7-Naphthalenedicarbonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics are available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	285 - 295 °C
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.