Description

R-3,3'-Bis(2-Naphthyl)-5,5',6,6',7,7',8,8'-Octahydro-1,1'-Bi-2,2'-Naphthol is a sophisticated chiral ligand and building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to induce high stereoselectivity in catalytic reactions, which is critical for producing enantiomerically pure compounds. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise control over molecular architecture.

Application

• As a chiral ligand in asymmetric catalysis, including hydrogenation and C-C bond-forming reactions.
• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• In the development of novel materials with specific optical properties, such as chiral dopants for liquid crystals.
• For research and development in organometallic chemistry and the study of stereoselective processes.
• As a building block for constructing helical or sterically hindered molecular frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	R-3,3'-Bis(2-Naphthyl)-5,5',6,6',7,7',8,8'-Octahydro-1,1'-Bi-2,2'-Naphthol
CAS No.	922711-77-1
Molecular Formula	C40H34O2
Molecular Weight	546.70 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-3,3'-Di-2-naphthyl-BINOL; (R)-3,3'-Bis(2-naphthyl)-1,1'-bi-2-naphthol; (R)-3,3'-Dinaphthalen-2-yl-[1,1'-binaphthalene]-2,2'-diol; (R)-3,3'-Di(2-naphthyl)-1,1'-bi-2,2'-naphthol; R-3,3'-Bis(2-naphthyl)-H8-BINOL; R-3,3'-Dinaphthyl-H8-BINOL; Octahydro-BINOL derivative
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Quality Control

Our R-3,3'-Bis(2-Naphthyl)-5,5',6,6',7,7',8,8'-Octahydro-1,1'-Bi-2,2'-Naphthol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including chiral purity analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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