Description

4-(1-Naphthylamino)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a naphthylamino group conjugated to an α,β-unsaturated carboxylic acid moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis in research and development. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile precursor for creating complex molecules in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, dyes, or polymers where the conjugated system is beneficial.
• Biochemical Probe: Can be utilized in life science research to study biological interactions and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1-Naphthylamino)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	306935-75-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₁NO₃
Molecular Weight	241.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Naphthalen-1-ylamino)-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid; 2-Butenoic acid, 4-[(1-naphthalenyl)amino]-4-oxo-; (2E)-4-(1-Naphthylamino)-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid; 4-(1-Naphthylamino)-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid; 1-Naphthylamino-fumaric acid; N-(1-Naphthyl)fumaramic acid; Fumaramic acid, N-1-naphthyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(1-Naphthylamino)-4-Oxobut-2-Enoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids. This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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