Description

4-(2-Hydroxynaphthalen-1-Yl)Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a versatile high-purity intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a naphthol and a benzaldehyde moiety, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with specific optical or electronic properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with fused aromatic ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Precursor: Serves as a core structure in the manufacture of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Synthesis: Utilized to create complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or intermediate in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoresists.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Hydroxynaphthalen-1-Yl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	56432-18-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	248.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Hydroxy-1-naphthyl)benzaldehyde; 1-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-naphthol; 4-(2-Hydroxy-1-naphthalenyl)benzaldehyde; 2-Naphthol-1-ylbenzaldehyde-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-(1-Hydroxy-2-naphthyl)benzaldehyde; 4-(2-Hydroxynaphth-1-yl)benzaldehyde; p-(2-Hydroxy-1-naphthyl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Hydroxynaphthalen-1-Yl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light 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.