Description

2-Phenylnaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of naphthalene derivatives. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with specific electronic or structural properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules for drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a potential building block for electron-transport or host materials in the development of advanced display and lighting technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of novel dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays and imaging applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for synthetic organic chemists in universities and corporate research centers exploring new chemical reactions and material properties.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Investigated for use as a monomer or functional additive to impart specific characteristics to high-performance polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylnaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	66252-12-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₁N
Molecular Weight	229.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyano-2-phenylnaphthalene; 2-Phenyl-1-naphthonitrile; 2-Phenyl-1-cyanonaphthalene; NSC 406913; 1-Naphthonitrile, 2-phenyl-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile, 4'-cyano-; 2-Phenylnaphthalene-1-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylnaphthalene-1-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.