Description

2-(2-Naphtyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique fused aromatic structure makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core building block for organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and emissive layers in display technologies.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Imparts specific color properties and stability in the production of high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Employed in the design of chiral ligands for asymmetric synthesis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Additive: Acts as a monomer or modifier to enhance the thermal stability and mechanical properties of engineering plastics.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Naphtyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	5693-33-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	248.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Naphthalen-2-yl)benzoic acid; 2-(2-Naphthyl)benzoic acid; 2-Naphthalen-2-yl-benzoic acid; 2-(2-Naphthyl)benzenecarboxylic acid; o-(2-Naphthyl)benzoic acid; 2-Carboxy-2'-naphthylbiphenyl; NSC 403107; Benzoic acid, 2-(2-naphthyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Naphtyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing all specifications and test results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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