Description

Ethyl 2-Methyl-1-Naphthoylformate is a specialized organic ester compound, identified by CAS number 951888-72-5, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its naphthalene-based structure makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with specific functional properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for the development of novel electron-transport or host materials in electronic displays.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful in academic and industrial research for creating specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: A key building block for various specialty and performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic ester functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Methyl-1-Naphthoylformate
CAS No.	951888-72-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-methyl-1-naphthoate; 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-methylnaphthalene-1-carboxylate; 2-Methyl-1-naphthoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-methyl-1-naphthalenecarboxylate; Ethyl α-methyl-1-naphthoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Methyl-1-Naphthoylformate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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