Description

Naphthalene, 2-Ethyl-1-Fluoro-6-Methoxy- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated naphthalene derivative, a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients and functional materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific fluorine and alkoxy substitutions into polycyclic systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides where the fluorinated naphthalene core enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic semiconductors for electronic applications.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, fluorination chemistry, and heterocycle formation.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential precursor for synthesizing advanced fluorophores and colorants with tailored photophysical properties for imaging or display technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Naphthalene, 2-Ethyl-1-Fluoro-6-Methoxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	609779-93-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃FO
Molecular Weight	204.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-1-fluoro-6-methoxynaphthalene; 1-Fluoro-2-ethyl-6-methoxynaphthalene; 6-Methoxy-2-ethyl-1-fluoronaphthalene; 609779-93-3; 2-Ethyl-6-methoxy-1-fluoronaphthalene; 1-Fluoro-6-methoxy-2-ethylnaphthalene; Naphthalene, 1-fluoro-2-ethyl-6-methoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Naphthalene, 2-Ethyl-1-Fluoro-6-Methoxy- (9Ci) is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by techniques such as HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR are available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere if prolonged exposure is anticipated during use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.