Description

2,3-Naphthalenedicarboximide is a high-purity organic chemical building block and intermediate of significant industrial importance. This compound is valued for its rigid, fused aromatic structure, which makes it a key precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials, including dyes, pigments, and functional polymers. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a core structure for creating high-performance naphthalimide-based dyes, fluorescent whiteners, and organic pigments.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): A key intermediate for developing electron-transport materials and emitters in OLED displays and lighting.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymers to enhance thermal stability, mechanical strength, or to introduce specific functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing novel heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Naphthalenedicarboximide
CAS No.	4379-54-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₇NO₂
Molecular Weight	197.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Naphthalic imide; 2H-Benz[de]isoquinoline-1,3-dione; 1H,3H-Naphtho[1,8-cd]pyran-1,3-dione; 2,3-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid imide; Naphthalimide-2,3-dicarboximide; Peri-naphtho-1,8-dicarboximide; 2,3-Naphthalimide
EINECS	224-500-9

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Naphthalenedicarboximide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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