Description

2-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-1-Naphthaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative of naphthalene, serving as a versatile and high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a formyl group on the naphthalene ring, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing sophisticated ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Functional Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the development of specialized dyes, optical brighteners, and organic pigments due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Organic Electronic Material Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for creating organic semiconductors and photoconductive materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-1-Naphthaldehyde
CAS No.	75965-66-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight	202.21 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methoxy-2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde; 1-Naphthaldehyde, 2-hydroxy-7-methoxy-; 2-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-1-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Hydroxy-7-methoxynaphthalene-1-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-1-Naphthaldehyde is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocol includes modern spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

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). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.