Description

(2-Naphthyloxy)Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its value lies in the naphthyloxy moiety, which is crucial for imparting specific functional properties to target molecules. This product is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a naphthalene-based structural motif.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and photonic devices.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties for specialty plastics and coatings.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Naphthyloxy)Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	6036-14-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	230.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(naphthalen-2-yloxy)acetate; 2-Naphthyloxyacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (2-Naphthyloxy)acetate; β-Naphthyloxyacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-(2-Naphthyloxy)ethyl acetate (common misnomer); Ethyl (2-naphthyloxy)ethanoate; Acetic acid, 2-naphthyloxy-, ethyl ester; NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Naphthyloxy)Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for use as a fine chemical intermediate. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.