Description

4-Nitrophenyl 1-Naphthylacetate is a specialized organic ester compound, recognized by the CAS registry number 51537-87-2. This high-purity chemical intermediate is valued for its role in advanced synthesis and research applications where precise molecular structure is critical. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active compounds and as a key reagent in enzymatic and analytical studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and testing of new pesticides and herbicides.
• Biochemical Reagent: Acts as a chromogenic or fluorogenic substrate in enzyme activity assays, particularly for esterases and lipases.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as an acylating agent or protected intermediate in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a standard or reference compound in chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrophenyl 1-Naphthylacetate
CAS No.	51537-87-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₃NO₄
Molecular Weight	307.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthaleneacetic acid 4-nitrophenyl ester; p-Nitrophenyl 1-naphthylacetate; 4-Nitrophenyl α-naphthylacetate; 1-Naphthylacetic acid p-nitrophenyl ester; PNPA (context-specific); Naphthalen-1-ylacetic acid 4-nitrophenyl ester; (1-Naphthyl)acetic acid 4-nitrophenyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrophenyl 1-Naphthylacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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