Description

1-Fluoro-2-Nitronaphthalene is a specialized aromatic compound that serves as a valuable fluorinated and nitrated building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production chemists seeking to introduce fluorine and nitro functional groups into naphthalene-based architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in creating novel herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for functional dyes, pigments, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions and the preparation of more complex polycyclic compounds.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new fluorination methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Fluoro-2-Nitronaphthalene
CAS No.	5385-52-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆FNO₂
Molecular Weight	191.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-1-fluoronaphthalene; 1-Fluoro-2-nitro-naphthalene; NSC 404087; Fluoronitronaphthalene; α-Fluoro-β-nitronaphthalene; 1-Fluoronaphthalene-2-nitro; 5385-52-4 (CAS Registry)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Fluoro-2-Nitronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.