Description

B-Naphthoquinone-4-Sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is a high-purity, water-soluble quinone derivative essential for advanced organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reagent, valued for its specific reactivity and functional group compatibility. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research laboratories in the pharmaceutical, dye, and fine chemical industries for developing active ingredients, colorants, and specialized materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used as a precursor in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed as a derivatization agent or standard in chromatographic analysis and other laboratory methods.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for creating complex organic molecules in research and development.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be utilized in the formulation of certain photographic developers and sensitizers.
• Biochemical Research: Applied in studies involving redox processes and enzyme interactions due to its quinone structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	B-Naphthoquinone-4-Sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	7645-83-2
Molecular Formula	C10H5NaO5S
Molecular Weight	260.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Naphthoquinone-4-sulfonic acid sodium salt; Sodium 1,2-naphthoquinone-4-sulfonate; 4-Sulfo-1,2-naphthoquinone sodium salt; B-Naphthoquinone sulfonate sodium; NSC 403697; 1,2-Naphthoquinone-4-sodium sulfonate; Sodium β-naphthoquinone-4-sulfonate
EINECS	231-589-4

Quality Control

Our B-Naphthoquinone-4-Sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Solubility (in Water)	Clear, yellow solution

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