Description

8-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid is a halogenated naphthoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value organic intermediate. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to act as a key building block for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise and reliable intermediates for their development pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials used in display technologies.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands for metal-organic catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific properties like flame retardancy or altered solubility.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in organic synthesis research for constructing polycyclic aromatic systems and studying bromination/functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid
CAS No.	5043-21-0
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	251.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoic acid, 8-bromo-; 8-Bromo-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; 8-Bromonaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 8-Bromonaphthoic acid; 2-Carboxy-8-bromonaphthalene; 8-Br-2-NA; 8-Bromo-β-naphthoic acid; NSC 403107
EINECS	225-732-1

Quality Control

Our 8-Bromo-2-Naphthoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every 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 heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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