Description

Methyl 2-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Benzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, valued as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core material or intermediate in the manufacture of organic electronic materials and emissive layers.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of advanced dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel polymers, ligands, and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Provides a naphthalene-benzoate scaffold for complex organic transformations and custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Benzoate
CAS No.	93655-02-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	262.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(1-Naphthyl)benzoate; 2-(Naphthalen-1-yl)benzoic acid methyl ester; 1-Naphthylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-(1-naphthalenyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl o-(1-naphthyl)benzoate; Methyl 2-(1-Naphthyl)benzoate; Methyl 2-(α-Naphthyl)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(Naphthalen-1-Yl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.