Description

4-(4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalen-1-Yl)-4-Oxo-Butanoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound characterized by a naphthalene core functionalized with methoxy and oxo-butanoic acid groups. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in research for creating novel electron-transport or emissive layer materials due to its naphthalene-based conjugated system.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for methodology development, catalysis studies, and creating novel molecular libraries.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Chemical Production: Potential use in the synthesis of components for advanced display technologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-(4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalen-1-Yl)-4-Oxo-Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	6132-95-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₈O₆
Molecular Weight	330.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4,8-Dimethoxy-1-naphthyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid; 4-(4,8-Dimethoxy-1-naphthyl)-4-oxobutyric acid; 4-Oxo-4-(4,8-dimethoxy-1-naphthyl)butyric acid; 1-Naphthalenebutanoic acid, 4,8-dimethoxy-γ-oxo-; Butanoic acid, 4-(4,8-dimethoxy-1-naphthalenyl)-4-oxo-; γ-Oxo-4,8-dimethoxy-1-naphthalenebutanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(4,8-Dimethoxynaphthalen-1-Yl)-4-Oxo-Butanoic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch testing to ensure consistent purity and identity. Every lot is validated against established specifications using advanced analytical techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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