Description

1,4-Naphthalenedione, 3-Chloro-2-(1-Methylethoxy)-5-Nitro- is a specialized, high-purity synthetic intermediate belonging to the naphthoquinone class of compounds. This chemical is valued for its unique molecular structure, which makes it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel quinone-based drug candidates, particularly for anticancer and antimicrobial applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its functionalized quinone core.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in complex multi-step syntheses to introduce the chloronitronaphthoquinone moiety into target molecules.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or dopant for creating specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing specialized high-performance colorants and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Naphthalenedione, 3-Chloro-2-(1-Methylethoxy)-5-Nitro-
CAS No.	500536-12-9
Molecular Formula	C13H10ClNO5
Molecular Weight	295.67 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-isopropoxy-5-nitro-1,4-naphthoquinone; 3-Chloro-2-(1-methylethoxy)-5-nitro-1,4-naphthalenedione; 5-Nitro-3-chloro-2-isopropoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone; 2-Isopropoxy-3-chloro-5-nitro-1,4-naphthoquinone; 1,4-Naphthoquinone, 3-chloro-2-isopropoxy-5-nitro-; 3-Chloro-2-isopropoxy-5-nitronaphthoquinone
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 3-Chloro-2-(1-Methylethoxy)-5-Nitro- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.