Description

2-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic amine salt, CAS NO 942-05-2, valued as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. Its naphthyl-ethylamine core structure makes it essential for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemistry and pharmacological activity. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for neurological and cardiovascular targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific amine functionalities.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and advanced materials where the naphthalene moiety imparts specific properties.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in studying enzyme inhibition and receptor binding assays.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	942-05-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃N·HCl
Molecular Weight	207.70 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Aminoethyl)naphthalene hydrochloride; 2-(1-Naphthyl)ethylamine HCl; 2-(Naphthalen-1-yl)ethan-1-amine hydrochloride; (1-Naphthyl)ethylamine hydrochloride; α-Naphthylethylamine hydrochloride; 1-Naphthaleneethanamine hydrochloride; 2-(1-Naphthyl)ethanamine hydrochloride; Naphthalen-1-ylethylamine hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Naphthyl)Ethylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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