Description
6-Hydroxy-2-naphthaldehyde (CAS No. 78119-82-1) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C11H8O2, widely utilized in synthetic chemistry and material science research. This compound, also known by its IUPAC name 6-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde, features a hydroxyl group and an aldehyde functional group on a naphthalene backbone, making it a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of dyes, fluorescent probes, and pharmaceutical precursors. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (HPLC) and is supplied as a fine crystalline powder, packaged under inert conditions to maintain stability. Ideal for researchers in organic synthesis, coordination chemistry, and photophysical studies, this compound is available in quantities ranging from grams to kilograms with customizable packaging options.
Properties
- CAS Number: 78119-82-1
- Complexity: 191
- IUPAC Name: 6-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde
- InChI: InChI=1S/C11H8O2/c12-7-8-1-2-10-6-11(13)4-3-9(10)5-8/h1-7,13H
- InChI Key: PRYNJOJHKYNLIS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 172.052429494
- Molecular Formula: C11H8O2
- Molecular Weight: 172.18
- SMILES: C1=CC2=C(C=CC(=C2)O)C=C1C=O
- Topological: 37.3
- Monoisotopic Mass: 172.052429494
- Synonyms: 6-Hydroxy-2-naphthaldehyde, 78119-82-1, DTXSID80377308, DTXCID40328336, 680-153-3, 6-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde, MFCD03427537, 2-Naphthalenecarboxaldehyde, 6-hydroxy-, 6-hydroxy-2-naphthaldeyde, 6-hydroxy-2-naphthoaldehyde, 2-Naphthol-6-carboxaldehyde, SCHEMBL658295, SCHEMBL1434691, PRYNJOJHKYNLIS-UHFFFAOYSA-N, 6-hydroxy-2-naphtalenecarbaldehyde, SBB052354, AKOS005070776, CS-W003076, FH70366, 6-hydroxy-2-naphthaldehyde, AldrichCPR, AC-23620, SY014307, DB-056285, H1245, EN300-6454839, 5Y-5022, Z1201622334
Application
6-Hydroxy-2-naphthaldehyde serves as a key building block in the synthesis of Schiff base ligands for metal coordination complexes, which are applied in catalysis and luminescent materials. It is also used in the preparation of fluorescent dyes for bioimaging and sensor development due to its inherent photophysical properties. Additionally, this compound finds utility in pharmaceutical research as a precursor for bioactive molecules targeting inflammation and oxidative stress pathways.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (33.3%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
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