Description

3-Chloro-1-Naphthoic Acid is a versatile naphthalene derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the chloro and carboxylic acid functional groups, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to build novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of high-performance organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific electronic or structural properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development, exploring new synthetic pathways, and creating custom chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-1-Naphthoic Acid
CAS No.	5774-06-1
Molecular Formula	C11H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	206.62 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloronaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Naphthoic acid, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloro-1-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; 3-Chloronaphthoic acid; NSC 403119
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-1-Naphthoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

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%

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