Description

7-Methylnaphthalene-1-carboxaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative of naphthalene, serving as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive formyl group and a methyl-substituted naphthalene core, makes it a critical building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to create novel compounds with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and host materials in OLED displays and lighting.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing high-performance dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	7-Methylnaphthalene-1-carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	63409-06-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Formyl-7-methylnaphthalene; 7-Methyl-1-naphthaldehyde; 7-Methyl-1-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 7-Methyl-1-naphthylaldehyde; 7-Methyl-1-naphthoic aldehyde; 7-Methylnaphthalene-1-aldehyde; 7-Methyl-1-naphthalenecarbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methylnaphthalene-1-carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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.