Description

3-(2-Naphtyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene is a specialized heterocyclic aromatic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure, incorporating both naphthalene and benzothiophene moieties, makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors, where it is used to synthesize novel compounds with targeted electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a core structure for developing host or dopant materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its favorable electron-transporting and luminescent properties.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used in the development and study of organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaic cells, leveraging its extended pi-conjugated system.
• Ligand Synthesis in Catalysis: Acts as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis for asymmetric synthesis.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Employed in the design of new fluorescent probes and chemosensors for biological imaging or environmental detection.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploratory chemistry in both university laboratories and corporate R&D centers focusing on advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Naphtyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene
CAS No.	55712-60-2
Molecular Formula	C18H12S
Molecular Weight	260.35 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Naphthalen-2-yl)benzo[b]thiophene; 2-(Benzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)naphthalene; 3-(2-Naphthyl)benzothiophene; 3-(2-Naphthyl)-1-benzothiophene; NSC 407348; Benzo[b]thiophene, 3-(2-naphthalenyl)-; 3-Naphthalen-2-yl-1-benzothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(2-Naphtyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your precise research and synthesis requirements.

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 material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.