Description

2-Ethylnaphthalene is a high-purity aromatic hydrocarbon derivative, serving as a critical intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique alkylated naphthalene structure, which provides specific reactivity and solvation properties not found in simpler aromatics. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in high-value applications requiring a specific solvation power for resins, dyes, and electronic chemicals.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a raw material or intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials and charge transport layers.
• Liquid Scintillation: Can be utilized in the formulation of liquid scintillation cocktails for radiation detection and measurement.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for novel organic synthesis, catalysis studies, and material science research.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of specific naphthalene-based dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethylnaphthalene
CAS No.	939-27-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Ethylnaphthalene; 2-Ethylnaphthalin; 2-Ethylnaphtalene; NSC 6178; Ethylnaphthalene; 2-EN; 2-Ethylnaphthalene (technical grade); 2-Ethylnaphthalene, 98+%
EINECS	213-357-1

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethylnaphthalene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support our clients' needs for regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and minimize evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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