Description

2-Methylnaphthalene-1-Boronic Acid Pinacol Ester is a high-purity, protected boronic acid derivative essential for modern synthetic chemistry. This compound serves as a critical building block in cross-coupling reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Suzuki-Miyaura Cross-Coupling Reactions: A key reagent for forming carbon-carbon bonds in the synthesis of biaryl and heterobiaryl structures.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those containing naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with tailored properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into monomers for producing specialty polymers with specific electronic or optical characteristics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a handle for bioconjugation and labeling in probe development.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Methylnaphthalene-1-Boronic Acid Pinacol Ester
CAS No.	312303-48-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₁BO₂
Molecular Weight	268.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4,4,5,5-Tetramethyl-1,3,2-dioxaborolan-2-yl)-2-methylnaphthalene; 2-Methyl-1-naphthaleneboronic Acid Pinacol Ester; 2-Methylnaphthalen-1-ylboronic Acid Pinacol Ester; 2-Methyl-1-naphthylboronic Acid Pinacol Ester; (2-Methylnaphthalen-1-yl)boronic Acid Pinacol Ester; Pinacol (2-Methyl-1-naphthyl)boronate; 1-Borono-2-methylnaphthalene Pinacol Ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylnaphthalene-1-Boronic Acid Pinacol Ester is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including NMR and HPLC, to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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