Description

6-Bromomethyl-2-Naphthalenecarbonitrile is a versatile brominated naphthalene derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates further functionalization, making it a key building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides by providing a functionalizable naphthalene core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for naphthalene-based components in electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer & Dye Chemistry: Employed to introduce naphthalene units into polymers and as an intermediate for high-performance pigments and dyes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or affinity labels for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromomethyl-2-Naphthalenecarbonitrile
CAS No.	56358-46-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈BrN
Molecular Weight	246.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-6-(bromomethyl)naphthalene; 6-(Bromomethyl)-2-naphthonitrile; 2-Naphthalenecarbonitrile, 6-(bromomethyl)-; 6-Bromomethyl-2-cyanonaphthalene; 6-Bromomethyl-2-naphthalenecarbonitrile; 6-Bromomethyl-2-naphthonitrile; 2-Naphthonitrile, 6-(bromomethyl)-; 6-Bromomethylnaphthalene-2-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromomethyl-2-Naphthalenecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

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

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