Description

11-Phenylnaphthalene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical organic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure provides a rigid, planar scaffold essential for developing functional materials with specific electronic and optical properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating novel compounds and specialty polymers.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a core structure or dopant in the development of host and emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring rigid, aromatic frameworks for biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Materials: Serves as a key precursor for mesogenic compounds and charge-transport materials in electronic devices.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its aromatic system contributes to product stability and efficacy.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D as a standard or starting material for studying PAH chemistry, photophysics, and polymerization reactions.
• Polymer Science: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to enhance the thermal stability and mechanical properties of high-performance engineering plastics.

Basic Information

Product Name	11-Phenylnaphthalene
CAS No.	605-02-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Phenylnaphthalene; α-Phenylnaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1-phenyl-; 1-Phenylnaphthalin; NSC 6175; 1-Phenylnaphthalene; 1-Phenyl-naphthalene; 1-Phenylnaphthalene (8CI)
EINECS	210-068-9

Quality Control

Our 11-Phenylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, appearance, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 98 °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.