Description
2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene (CAS No. 2506-41-4) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C11H9Cl. This naphthalene derivative features a chloromethyl functional group at the 2-position, making it a versatile intermediate for synthetic chemistry applications. It is supplied as a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 176.64 g/mol and is characterized by its excellent reactivity in nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions. Ideal for researchers in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and material science, this compound is rigorously tested for purity and consistency. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture to ensure stability.
Properties
- CAS Number: 2506-41-4
- Complexity: 144
- IUPAC Name: 2-(chloromethyl)naphthalene
- InChI: InChI=1S/C11H9Cl/c12-8-9-5-6-10-3-1-2-4-11(10)7-9/h1-7H,8H2
- InChI Key: MPCHQYWZAVTABQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 176.0392780
- Molecular Formula: C11H9Cl
- Molecular Weight: 176.64
- SMILES: C1=CC=C2C=C(C=CC2=C1)CCl
- Monoisotopic Mass: 176.0392780
- Synonyms: 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene, 2506-41-4, EINECS 219-713-5, NSC 408896, DTXSID30179753, DTXCID90102244, 219-713-5, Naphthalene, 2-(chloromethyl)-, 2-Chloromethylnaphthalene, 3-chloro-methylnaphthalene, 2-(chloromethyl)-naphthalene, XMM44Z9B62, NSC-408896, NSC408896, beta-chloromethylnapthalene, 2-chloromethyl naphthalene, 2-chloromethyl-naphthalene, beta-chloromethylnaphthalene, UNII-XMM44Z9B62, 2-(chloromethyl) naphthalene, SCHEMBL905392, naphthalen-2-ylmethyl chloride, SCHEMBL3525598, SCHEMBL10850652, SCHEMBL15351741, AKOS000261866, 2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene, >=97.0%, BS-16256, NS00027799, 2-(chloromethyl)naphthalene;2-menaphthylchloride;, F3395-0168
Application
2-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene is widely used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of naphthalene-based pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves as a precursor for functionalized naphthalenes via nucleophilic substitution or cross-coupling reactions. Researchers also employ it in the development of fluorescent dyes and liquid crystal materials due to its aromatic structure. Its reactivity makes it valuable in polymer chemistry for modifying aromatic backbones.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H314 (100%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P260, P264, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P321, P363, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Corr. 1B (100%)
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