Description

1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethyl Isocyanate is a specialized aromatic isocyanate monomer, a key building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers and fine chemicals. Its unique naphthyl-ethyl structure provides enhanced rigidity and thermal stability to the resulting materials, making it a valuable intermediate for high-performance applications. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel ureas, carbamates, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where its aromatic structure contributes to product efficacy and environmental stability.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a reactive monomer for introducing naphthyl groups into polyurethanes, polyureas, and other polymers to enhance their mechanical strength, thermal resistance, and optical properties.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in the formulation of high-performance coatings, adhesives, and sealants that require excellent chemical and moisture resistance.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research for exploring new heterocyclic compounds and functional materials.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the development of organic electronic materials due to its ability to influence molecular alignment and charge transport properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	88442-63-1
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO
Molecular Weight	197.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Naphthyl)ethyl isocyanate; (1-Naphthyl)ethyl isocyanate; α-Methyl-1-naphthalenemethyl isocyanate; 1-(1-Naphthyl)ethyl isocyanat; 1-(1-Naphthalenyl)ethyl isocyanate; Isocyanic acid, (1-(1-naphthyl)ethyl) ester; NEI
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(1-Naphthyl)Ethyl Isocyanate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards and precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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