Description

2-(4-Bromonaphthalen-1-Yloxy)Acetic Acid is a specialized brominated naphthalene derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its unique structure, which combines a brominated naphthalene core with a reactive acetic acid side chain, enabling precise functionalization in complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the naphthalene scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to the planar, rigid structure of the naphthalene ring system.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments, where bromination allows for color tuning and stability enhancement.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility, thermal stability, or reactivity.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and etherification studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Bromonaphthalen-1-Yloxy)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	82746-69-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉BrO₃
Molecular Weight	281.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Bromo-1-naphthyl)oxy]acetic acid; Acetic acid, 2-[(4-bromo-1-naphthalenyl)oxy]-; 4-Bromo-1-naphthoxyacetic acid; 1-Naphthol, 4-bromo-, O-acetic acid derivative; (4-Bromonaphthalen-1-yloxy)acetic acid; 2-(4-Bromo-1-naphthyloxy)acetic acid; 4-Bromo-1-naphthyloxyacetic acid; BNPA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(4-Bromonaphthalen-1-Yloxy)Acetic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is fully characterized using modern analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.