Description

6-Bromo-1-Methylnaphthalene is a high-purity, versatile brominated naphthalene derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine atom and a methyl-substituted naphthalene scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in the development of anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its naphthalene core for bioactive molecule design.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Manufacturing: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing specialized dyes and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized as a monomer or functionalization agent to create polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-1-Methylnaphthalene
CAS No.	86456-68-0
Molecular Formula	C11H9Br
Molecular Weight	221.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-6-bromonaphthalene; 6-Bromo-1-methylnaphthalene; 6-Bromomethylnaphthalene; NSC 406906; 1-Methyl-6-bromo-naphthalene; 6-Bromo-1-methyl-naphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-1-Methylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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