Description

1,4-Naphthalenediol, 2-Methyl-3-(3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecyl)- is a specialized synthetic intermediate featuring a naphthalenediol core substituted with a long, branched alkyl chain. This unique molecular architecture provides valuable properties for advanced material synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with tailored functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its structural complexity.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Acts as a functional monomer or additive to impart specific characteristics like UV stability or altered solubility to advanced polymers.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a precursor for charge-transport materials or sensitizers in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediate: Provides a rigid, aromatic core for the synthesis of specialized dyes and liquid crystal compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new organic reactions and creating complex molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,4-Naphthalenediol, 2-Methyl-3-(3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecyl)-
CAS No.	873964-73-9
Molecular Formula	C31H48O2
Molecular Weight	452.72 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-(3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecyl)naphthalene-1,4-diol; 2-Methyl-3-phytyl-1,4-naphthalenediol; Vitamin K1 Hydroquinone Derivative; 2-Methyl-3-phytyl-1,4-dihydroxynaphthalene; Tocopherol-related naphthoquinone intermediate; Phytadione hydroquinone analog; 1,4-Dihydroxy-2-methyl-3-phytylnaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 1,4-Naphthalenediol derivative is produced under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles via techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR. Our quality assurance protocols ensure consistency and traceability, meeting the stringent requirements of research and scale-up activities.

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). Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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