Description

5-Acenaphthylenecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique fused-ring structure makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting complex biological pathways.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Building block for electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for designing specialized ligands used in transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Polymer & Advanced Material Modifier: Incorporated into polymers to enhance thermal stability, mechanical properties, or introduce specific functional groups.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized polycyclic aromatic dyes and pigments.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A versatile reagent for exploring new organic reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Acenaphthylenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	4488-43-1
Molecular Formula	C13H8O2
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Acenaphthylene carboxylic acid; Acenaphthylene-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxyacenaphthylene; 1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Acenaphthoic acid; Acenaphthylen-5-ylcarboxylic acid; 1,8-Naphthalic acid, 1,2-dihydro-; 1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylen-5-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Acenaphthylenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Custom purity grades and analytical packages are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. The container must be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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