Description

4-Hydroxy-3-(2-Methylpropyl)Naphthalene-1,2-Dione is a specialized naphthoquinone derivative, a chemical class known for its significant role in organic synthesis and material science. This compound matters as a versatile building block and intermediate for creating more complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye and pigment industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with quinone-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its bioactive quinone core.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a fundamental intermediate for producing high-performance organic colorants, including vat dyes and pigments, due to its chromophoric naphthalene structure.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and other functional materials in electronics.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies, catalysis research, and the discovery of new chemical entities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-(2-Methylpropyl)Naphthalene-1,2-Dione
CAS No.	62830-53-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	230.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-3-isobutyl-1,2-naphthoquinone; 3-Isobutyl-4-hydroxy-1,2-naphthoquinone; 4-Hydroxy-3-(2-methylpropyl)-1,2-naphthalenedione; 1,2-Naphthoquinone, 4-hydroxy-3-(2-methylpropyl)-; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-(2-Methylpropyl)Naphthalene-1,2-Dione is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.