Description

4-Ethoxynaphthalene-1-Carbaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its unique molecular architecture, which combines a naphthalene core with an ethoxy and a formyl group, making it a versatile precursor for creating complex heterocyclic and functionalized compounds. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, as well as by manufacturers of specialty dyes, pigments, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its naphthalene backbone for bioactive molecule design.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for the production of specialized azo dyes and high-performance organic pigments due to its conjugated system.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials for electronic displays and lighting.
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: Its aldehyde and ether functionalities make it a useful starting point for creating chelating ligands in catalyst design.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxynaphthalene-1-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	54784-08-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethoxy-4-formylnaphthalene; 4-Ethoxy-1-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Ethoxy-1-naphthaldehyde; 1-Formyl-4-ethoxynaphthalene; 4-Ethoxynaphthalene-1-aldehyde; NSC 406914; 1-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 4-ethoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxynaphthalene-1-Carbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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