Description

1,7-Dimethylnaphthalene is a high-purity, specialty aromatic hydrocarbon compound widely utilized as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its specific dimethyl-substituted naphthalene structure, which makes it an essential building block for creating complex molecules in research and industrial applications. This product is primarily needed by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a raw material or intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials and charge transport layers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as a foundational compound for producing specific high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or building block in organic synthesis and catalysis studies within R&D laboratories.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of engineered polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,7-Dimethylnaphthalene
CAS No.	575-37-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1,7-Dimethylnaphthalene; 1,7-DMN; 1,7-Xylenaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,7-dimethyl-; NSC 6178; 1,7-Dimethylnaphthalin; 1,7-Dimethyl-naphthalin
EINECS	209-386-0

Quality Control

Our 1,7-Dimethylnaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	60 - 65 °C
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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