Description

1,4-Dimethoxy-2-Naphthaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative of naphthalene, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides reactive sites for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty materials industries seeking to develop new compounds with specific optical or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with naphthalene-based structures.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners, leveraging its aromatic aldehyde functionality for chromophore development.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor material for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in OLED device research and manufacturing.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and condensation reactions.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in creating advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and other specialty materials requiring tailored aromatic aldehydes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dimethoxy-2-Naphthaldehyde
CAS No.	75965-83-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formyl-1,4-dimethoxynaphthalene; 1,4-Dimethoxy-2-naphthalenecarboxaldehyde; 1,4-Dimethoxynaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Naphthaldehyde, 1,4-dimethoxy-; Naphthalene-2-carboxaldehyde, 1,4-dimethoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dimethoxy-2-Naphthaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and industrial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.