Description

1-(2-Naphthalenyl)-1H-Pyrrole-2,5-Dione is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of naphthalene-substituted maleimides. This heterocyclic building block is valued for its rigid, conjugated structure, which makes it a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced functional materials. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Functional Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into polymer backbones to create high-performance polyimides, polyamides, and other engineering plastics with excellent thermal stability and mechanical strength.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a key component in the development of organic semiconductors, hole-transport materials, and emissive layers for OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) devices.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized naphthalimide-based dyes and pigments for applications in textiles, coatings, and imaging.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in formulations for epoxy resins and other thermosetting polymers to improve cross-link density and material properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial chemists exploring new heterocyclic chemistry, material science, and medicinal chemistry pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-(2-Naphthalenyl)-1H-Pyrrole-2,5-Dione
CAS No.	6637-45-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	223.23 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Naphthyl)maleimide; 2-Naphthylmaleimide; 1-(Naphthalen-2-yl)-1H-pyrrole-2,5-dione; N-2-Naphthylmaleimide; Maleimide, N-2-naphthyl-; 1H-Pyrrole-2,5-dione, 1-(2-naphthalenyl)-; Naphthalene-2-maleimide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Naphthalenyl)-1H-Pyrrole-2,5-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.