Description

6-Bromonaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile brominated naphthalene derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which facilitates the construction of complex polycyclic structures and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the naphthalene core for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structural unit in the production of organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Polymer & Dye Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier for creating high-performance polymers, engineering plastics, and specialized dyes or pigments.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to prepare sophisticated ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in materials science research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and other transition metal-catalyzed processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromonaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	51934-38-4
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	251.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-6-naphthoic Acid; 6-Bromo-1-naphthalenecarboxylic Acid; 6-Bromonaphthalene-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Carboxy-6-bromonaphthalene; 6-Bromonaphthoic Acid; NSC 403119; 6-Br-1-NA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromonaphthalene-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices.

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, strong bases, and heat sources. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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