Description

1-Iodo-5-Methoxynaphthalene is a high-purity, functionalized naphthalene derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the development of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in OLED devices.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing high-performance dyes and functional pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) due to the reactive iodine moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Iodo-5-Methoxynaphthalene
CAS No.	63469-49-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉IO
Molecular Weight	284.09 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-1-iodonaphthalene; 1-Iodo-5-methoxynaphthalene; 5-Methoxy-1-naphthyl iodide; 1-Iodo-5-naphthyl methyl ether; 63469-49-8; NSC 406903
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Iodo-5-Methoxynaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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