Description

2-Chloro-3-(2-Ethylaziridin-1-Yl)Naphthalene-1,4-Dione is a specialized naphthoquinone derivative functionalized with an aziridine ring, representing a high-value synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, combining the electrophilic character of the quinone with the strained, nucleophilic nature of the aziridine, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential anticancer, antibiotic, or other biologically active compounds leveraging the aziridine pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the naphthoquinone scaffold is active.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Functions as a precursor for synthesizing advanced organic colorants and functional dyes.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in ring-opening and cycloaddition reactions.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, or other electronic materials due to its conjugated quinoid system.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3-(2-Ethylaziridin-1-Yl)Naphthalene-1,4-Dione
CAS No.	6336-35-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄ClNO₂
Molecular Weight	287.74 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-(2-ethylaziridin-1-yl)-1,4-naphthalenedione; 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 2-chloro-3-(2-ethylaziridin-1-yl)-; 2-Chloro-3-(2-ethyl-1-aziridinyl)-1,4-naphthoquinone; NCI 2786; 2-Chloro-3-(2-ethylaziridinyl)-1,4-naphthoquinone; Aziridine, 1-(2-chloro-1,4-dihydro-1,4-dioxo-3-naphthalenyl)-2-ethyl-; 3-(2-Ethylaziridin-1-yl)-2-chloronaphthalene-1,4-dione
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-3-(2-Ethylaziridin-1-Yl)Naphthalene-1,4-Dione undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as scale-up manufacturing. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR, NMR), and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to guarantee reliable and reproducible performance in your synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the light-sensitive nature of this compound, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.