Description

7-Bromo-Naphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity brominated naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a bromine substituent, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce functionalized naphthalene cores into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers and emissive compounds.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and pigments due to its brominated aromatic structure.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful for creating complex chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for high-performance polymers and resins.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Bromo-Naphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	5043-14-1
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	251.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoic acid, 7-bromo-; 7-Bromo-2-naphthoic acid; 7-Bromonaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 7-Bromonaphthalene-2-carbonic acid; 7-Bromo-β-naphthoic acid; 7-Bromo-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; 7-Br-2-NA; 7-Bromo-2-naphthalene carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Bromo-Naphthalene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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%

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