Description

2-Hydroxy-1-Naphthaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative of naphthalene, serving as a critical building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and an aldehyde moiety, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop advanced products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based structures, such as certain anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as a core scaffold for bioactive molecules.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing Schiff base ligands, which are crucial in coordination chemistry for creating catalysts and metal complexes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specific azo dyes, fluorescent dyes, and organic pigments due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions and multi-step syntheses to construct complex organic frameworks, including heterocycles like benzofurans and naphthopyrans.
• Analytical Reagent: Utilized in chemical analysis and research as a derivatization agent or a standard for method development and calibration.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Hydroxy-1-Naphthaldehyde
CAS No.	5386-25-4
Molecular Formula	C11H8O2
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-1-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 1-Formyl-2-naphthol; 2-Naphthol-1-carboxaldehyde; 2-Hydroxynaphthalene-1-carbaldehyde; β-Hydroxy-α-naphthaldehyde; 1-Naphthaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-; 2-Hydroxy-1-naphthylaldehyde; 2-Hydroxynaphthaldehyde
EINECS	226-368-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-1-Naphthaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and melting point determination, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	79°C - 83°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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