Description

1,6-Dimethylnaphthalene is a high-purity, specialty aromatic hydrocarbon widely utilized as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role in the development of high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials, where precise molecular structure is paramount. Industrial and research clients in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors rely on its consistent quality for process development and analytical applications.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers, dyes, and liquid crystals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a precursor or reference standard in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialized herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A valuable starting material for research into organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference compound in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for calibration and method development.
• Fuel & Petrochemical Research: Studied as a model compound in catalysis and fuel additive research due to its naphthalene-based structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Dimethylnaphthalene
CAS No.	575-43-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂
Molecular Weight	156.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Dimethylnaphthalene; 1,6-DMN; 1,6-Dimethylnaphthalin; 1,6-Xylenonaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,6-dimethyl-; NSC 6178; 1,6-Dimethyl-naphthalin
EINECS	209-389-5

Quality Control

Our 1,6-Dimethylnaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results for purity, identity, and relevant impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °C

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