Description

(R)-Amino-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Acetic Acid is a high-purity chiral building block of significant importance in asymmetric synthesis. This compound matters because its naphthalene core and specific stereochemistry make it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with defined three-dimensional structures. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material research laboratories need it for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed asymmetric reactions, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating chiral herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of chiral organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-Amino-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	93779-34-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	201.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-2-Amino-2-(naphthalen-2-yl)acetic acid; D-2-Naphthylglycine; (R)-2-Naphthylglycine; (2R)-2-Amino-2-naphthalen-2-ylacetic acid; (R)-α-Amino-2-naphthaleneacetic acid; (R)-2-(2-Naphthyl)glycine; (R)-Amino(2-naphthyl)acetic acid
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Quality Control

Our (R)-Amino-Naphthalen-2-Yl-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure compliance with high-purity standards for research and development use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically >98%), chiral purity, and impurity profiles is 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, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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