Description

1-Naphthyl Phenyl Ketone is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of aromatic ketones. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its specific structural framework. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potential drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor or core structure in the development of organic electronic materials.
• Photoinitiator Research: Investigated for use in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its ketone functionality.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalytic systems.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthyl Phenyl Ketone
CAS No.	642-29-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthyl Phenyl Ketone; Phenyl 1-Naphthyl Ketone; 1-Benzoylnaphthalene; α-Naphthyl Phenyl Ketone; Naphthalen-1-yl(phenyl)methanone; (1-Naphthyl)(phenyl)methanone; 1-Naphthophenone; NSC 403697
EINECS	211-398-4

Quality Control

Our 1-Naphthyl Phenyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics, confirming compliance with agreed specifications for research and industrial use.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °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.