Description

5,5'-Dimethoxy-1,1'-Binaphthalene-8,8'-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized binaphthyl derivative that serves as a critical chiral building block and ligand precursor in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its rigid, axially chiral structure, which is essential for inducing stereoselectivity in catalytic reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel catalysts, functional polymers, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Chiral Ligand Synthesis: A key precursor for synthesizing BINOL and BINAP-type ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of chiral drugs and bioactive molecules.
• Advanced Material Research: Used in the creation of chiral organic frameworks, liquid crystals, and functional polymers.
• Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for developing novel metal-organic catalysts for hydrogenation and coupling reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be utilized as a chiral selector or stationary phase modifier in chromatography.
• Agrochemical Research: Applied in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5'-Dimethoxy-1,1'-Binaphthalene-8,8'-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6404-61-1
Molecular Formula	C24H18O6
Molecular Weight	402.40 g/mol
Synonyms	8,8'-Dicarboxy-5,5'-dimethoxy-1,1'-binaphthyl; 1,1'-Binaphthalene-8,8'-dicarboxylic acid, 5,5'-dimethoxy-; 5,5'-Dimethoxy-[1,1'-binaphthalene]-8,8'-dicarboxylic acid; DM-BINOL-Dicarboxylic Acid; Dimethoxy-BINOL-Dicarboxylic Acid; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 5,5'-Dimethoxy-1,1'-Binaphthalene-8,8'-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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