Description

2-Naphthyl (4-Chlorophenoxy)Acetate is a specialized organic ester compound with a complex aromatic structure, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular architecture makes it a critical precursor for developing high-performance materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical companies seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators due to its phenoxyacetate moiety.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for organic chemists in academia and industry for constructing complex naphthalene and aryl ether derivatives.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Potential precursor for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and pigments with enhanced light-fastness and color properties.
• Biochemical Research: Used in biochemical assays and as a probe in studying enzyme interactions and metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Naphthyl (4-Chlorophenoxy)Acetate
CAS No.	303794-73-2
Molecular Formula	C18H13ClO3
Molecular Weight	312.75 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthyl 4-Chlorophenoxyacetate; (4-Chlorophenoxy)acetic Acid 2-Naphthyl Ester; 2-Naphthalenyl (4-Chlorophenoxy)ethanoate; β-Naphthyl (p-Chlorophenoxy)acetate; 4-Chlorophenoxyacetic Acid 2-Naphthyl Ester; 2-Naphthyl (p-Chlorophenoxy)acetate; NSC 403796; 2-Naphthol (4-chlorophenoxy)acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Naphthyl (4-Chlorophenoxy)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products are suitable for research and industrial scale-up, with specifications tailored to meet the demanding requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR, NMR), and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

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, open flames, and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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