Description

5,6-Difluoro-2-naphthol is a high-purity fluorinated naphthol derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity and electronic properties imparted by the fluorine atoms, enabling the construction of complex molecules with enhanced stability and performance. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced herbicides and pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component in the production of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays (LCDs).
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layer hosts in OLED devices.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers to enhance thermal stability, chemical resistance, and optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new fluorination chemistry and constructing complex polycyclic aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Difluoro-2-naphthol
CAS No.	321319-15-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆F₂O
Molecular Weight	180.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthol, 5,6-difluoro-; 5,6-Difluoronaphthalen-2-ol; 5,6-Difluoro-2-hydroxynaphthalene; 5,6-DF-2-NOL; 5,6-Difluoro-β-naphthol; 2-Hydroxy-5,6-difluoronaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,6-Difluoro-2-naphthol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates, from R&D to commercial-scale production.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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