Description

A-Naphthylacetoacetanilide CAS NO 86-83-9 is a specialized organic chemical intermediate belonging to the class of acetoacetarylamides. This compound is valued for its role as a key coupling component in the synthesis of high-performance organic pigments, particularly azo pigments. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pigments and dyes industry for producing colors with excellent lightfastness and thermal stability for plastics, inks, and coatings.

Application

• Primary coupling component for the synthesis of high-performance azo pigments.
• Manufacture of organic pigments for plastics coloration, providing excellent dispersion and heat stability.
• Production of pigments used in industrial and decorative coatings and inks.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes for niche applications.
• Used in research and development of new colorant molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	A-Naphthylacetoacetanilide
CAS No.	86-83-9
Molecular Formula	C20H17NO2
Molecular Weight	303.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthylacetoacetanilide; N-(1-Naphthyl)acetoacetamide; Acetoacet-1-naphthalide; 3-Oxobutanamide, N-1-naphthalenyl-; Acetoacetic acid-1-naphthylamide; NAA; A-Naphthyl ACA; CI Coupler 6
EINECS	201-707-1

Quality Control

Our A-Naphthylacetoacetanilide is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for pigment synthesis. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and melting point determination. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	160 - 165 °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.