Description

6-Nitro-2-Hydroxynaphthalene-1-Carboxaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative of naphthalene, distinguished by its nitro and hydroxyl functional groups. This compound is a high-value chemical intermediate prized for its reactivity, which enables the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials research sectors for developing active ingredients and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the production of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments due to its chromophoric naphthalene core.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: An important reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and ligands.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors, photoactive materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Nitro-2-Hydroxynaphthalene-1-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	53653-22-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₇NO₄
Molecular Weight	217.18 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-6-nitro-1-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 1-Formyl-2-hydroxy-6-nitronaphthalene; 6-Nitro-2-naphthol-1-carboxaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-6-nitronaphthalene-1-carbaldehyde; 6-Nitro-β-naphthol-1-aldehyde; 1-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-6-nitro-
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-Nitro-2-Hydroxynaphthalene-1-Carboxaldehyde adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. All materials undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each batch is provided to guarantee the product meets your technical requirements.

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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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