Alpha-Naphthol (1-Naphthol)
CAS Number: 90-15-3
Alpha-naphthol (1-naphthol) is an isomeric phenolic compound used as a coupling component and building block in dye synthesis, pharmaceutical synthesis, and agrochemical production. As a dye intermediate, it provides different coupling selectivity and hue characteristics compared to beta-naphthol, enabling complementary shade ranges including violet and brown azo dyes. Chemzip supplies high-purity alpha-naphthol for industrial and specialty chemical applications.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | Off-white to pale pink crystalline solid |
| purity (%) | ≥98.5 |
| moisture (%) | ≤0.2 |
| melting point (°C) | 94–96 |
Applications
- Azo dye synthesis for violet and brown shades
- Carbaryl insecticide synthesis (1-naphthyl methyl carbamate)
- Pharmaceutical intermediate (vitamin K precursor pathway)
- Antioxidant and rubber chemical intermediate
- Analytical reagent for Molisch test and Nessler reagent preparation
Key Features
- Distinct 1-position coupling delivers complementary hues to beta-naphthol dyes
- High purity minimizes isomer contamination for clean coupling reactions
- Nitrogen-blanketed packaging prevents oxidative pink discoloration
- Export documentation including MSDS and COA provided for all shipments
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CAS Number
90-15-3
Category
Dye / Pigment IntermediatesAvailability
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