Description

2-Vinylnaphthalene is a versatile aromatic monomer and a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive vinyl group fused to a naphthalene ring, makes it an essential intermediate for creating high-performance polymers and specialty chemicals. This compound is particularly valuable for R&D and production in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors, where it enables the development of materials with tailored optical, electronic, and mechanical properties.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Serves as a crucial monomer for the production of specialty polymers, including styrenic copolymers and naphthalene-based resins with enhanced thermal stability and refractive index.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key synthetic precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules for medicinal chemistry research.
• Advanced Material Research: Used in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoconductive materials for optoelectronic applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition processes to construct complex polycyclic aromatic structures.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Incorporated as a functional monomer to modify the properties of industrial adhesives and high-performance coatings.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain naphthalene-based dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Vinylnaphthalene
CAS No.	827-54-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀
Molecular Weight	154.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethenylnaphthalene; Vinylnaphthalene; β-Vinylnaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-ethenyl-; 2-Vinylnaphthalene; 2-Naphthyl ethylene; NSC 406913
EINECS	212-579-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Vinylnaphthalene is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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 compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may polymerize upon prolonged exposure to heat or light. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline solid or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	64 - 67 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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