Description

8-Phenylnaphthalene-1-carboxaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure with a pendant phenyl group makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications requiring high-purity, functionalized intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with polyaromatic or extended π-systems for targeted therapies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the research and development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other functional materials due to its conjugated backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the design and synthesis of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable tool in methodological organic chemistry research for studying reactions like cross-coupling, condensation, and cyclization.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Phenylnaphthalene-1-carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	56432-22-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Formyl-8-phenylnaphthalene; 8-Phenyl-1-naphthaldehyde; 8-Phenyl-1-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 1-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 8-phenyl-; 8-Phenylnaphthalene-1-aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Phenylnaphthalene-1-carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and GC-MS for impurity profiling. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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). Due to its sensitivity to light and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.