Description

3-Hydroxy-2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is an important organic intermediate and fine chemical building block. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and an ester moiety, which makes it a versatile precursor for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial coupling component for producing azo dyes and high-performance organic pigments.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Additives: Utilized in the synthesis of UV stabilizers, antioxidants, and other functional polymer modifiers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and methodological studies in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	7163-25-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoate; 2-Naphthoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester; 3-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carboxylate; 3-Hydroxynaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Carbethoxy-3-hydroxynaphthalene; NSC 403107
EINECS	230-525-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-2-Naphthalenecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 159 °C
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.