Description

6-Acryloyl-2-Dimethylaminonaphthalene is a specialized naphthalene derivative functionalized with an acryloyl group and a dimethylamino substituent, serving as a key advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a building block in the development of functional dyes, photoinitiators, and photoresponsive polymers. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the fine chemicals, specialty polymers, and advanced material science sectors.

Application

• Photoinitiator Synthesis: A crucial precursor for manufacturing novel Type II photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Functional Dye Intermediate: Serves as a core structure for developing environment-sensitive fluorescent probes and solvatochromic dyes.
• Polymer Science: Used in the synthesis of monomers for smart polymers with light-responsive or charge-transfer properties.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a building block for materials research in organic semiconductors and photoconductive layers.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The acryloyl group enables its use in creating photoreactive cross-linkers for protein labeling and biomaterial fabrication.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research exploring new photophysical properties and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-Acryloyl-2-Dimethylaminonaphthalene
CAS No.	86636-92-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₅NO
Molecular Weight	225.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Dimethylamino)-6-acryloylnaphthalene; N,N-Dimethyl-6-acryloyl-2-naphthylamine; 6-Acryloyl-2-(dimethylamino)naphthalene; Acryloyl Dimethylaminonaphthalene; ADMAN; Photoinitiator Intermediate DAN; Light-sensitive Naphthalene Acrylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Acryloyl-2-Dimethylaminonaphthalene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and commercial-grade specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.