Description

1,1'-Binaphthyl CAS NO 604-53-5 is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon compound characterized by its two naphthalene units linked at the 1-position. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral scaffold and a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Chiral Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a fundamental building block for constructing axially chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key precursor in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring rigid, aromatic frameworks.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other optoelectronic materials due to its extended π-conjugation.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as an intermediate in creating novel pesticides and herbicides with specific steric and electronic properties.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing high-performance polymers with enhanced thermal stability.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a standard or reference compound in chromatographic analysis and spectroscopic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Binaphthyl
CAS No.	604-53-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₄
Molecular Weight	254.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Binaphthalene; Dinaphthyl; 1,1'-Dinaphthyl; alpha,alpha'-Binaphthyl; BIN; 1,1'-Bi-2-naphthol precursor; [1,1'-Binaphthalene]-2,2'-diol derivative; NSC 66480
EINECS	210-066-4

Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Binaphthyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 159 °C
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.