Description

2-Phenylnaphthalene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) compound, identified by CAS NO 612-94-2. This versatile organic intermediate is valued for its rigid, planar molecular structure, which is critical for advanced material synthesis and research applications. It serves as a key building block for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, specialty polymers, and advanced chemical synthesis.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core component or a precursor for host and emissive materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Liquid Crystal (LC) and Polymer Synthesis: Used as a rigid aromatic moiety to enhance the thermal stability and electro-optical properties of advanced polymers and liquid crystal compounds.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a sophisticated synthetic building block for creating complex molecular architectures in active ingredient development.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and fluorescent markers due to its extended conjugated system.
• Material Science Research: Utilized as a model compound or precursor in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Analytical Reference Standard: Provided as a high-purity standard for environmental, food safety, and industrial hygiene testing of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylnaphthalene
CAS No.	612-94-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenylnaphthalene; 2-Phenylnaphthalin; 2-Biphenylylnaphthalene; β-Phenylnaphthalene; 2-(Naphthalen-2-yl)benzene; NSC 404080; Biphenyl-2-ylnaphthalene; 2-Naphthylbiphenyl
EINECS	210-315-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our quality system is designed to support applications requiring high reliability, from research and development to pilot-scale production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	100 - 104 °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.