Description

1-Azidonaphthalene is a specialized aromatic azide compound with the CAS number 6921-40-0, valued for its role as a versatile photoaffinity labeling reagent and click chemistry precursor. Its naphthalene backbone provides a robust aromatic scaffold, making it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This product is essential for pharmaceutical researchers, material scientists, and agrochemical developers working on bioconjugation, polymer cross-linking, and probe synthesis.

Application

• Photoaffinity Labeling (PAL): A key reagent for mapping biomolecular interaction sites and identifying drug targets in proteomics research.
• Click Chemistry Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for Cu(I)-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions to create triazole-linked conjugates.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used in the functionalization and cross-linking of polymers to introduce specific photo-reactive properties.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Incorporated into the design of naphthalene-based fluorescent tags and sensors for biological imaging.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Employed in the research and synthesis of novel active ingredients with specific targeting mechanisms.
• Bioconjugation: Facilitates the covalent attachment of ligands, drugs, or reporters to proteins, antibodies, or other biomolecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Azidonaphthalene
CAS No.	6921-40-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₇N₃
Molecular Weight	169.18 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Naphthyl azide; 1-Naphthyl azide; Naphthalen-1-yl azide; Azidonaphthalene; 1-Azido-naphthalene; 1-Naphthaleneazide; NSC 406902; Azido(1-naphthyl)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Azidonaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific research or cGMP starting material requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued light to maintain stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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