2-Methylnaphthalene
TL;DR: 2-Methylnaphthalene (CAS 91-57-6) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C11H10 and molecular weight 142.07825 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
2-methylnaphthalene
Also Known As: 2-METHYLNAPHTHALENE, beta-Methylnaphthalene, Naphthalene, 2-methyl-, 2-methylnaphthalen, null
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C11H10 |
| Molecular Weight | 142.07825 g/mol |
| XLogP | 3.9 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 0.0 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 0 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 142.07825 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 11 |
| Complexity | 128.0 |
| Melting Point | 94.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 466 to 468 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.0058 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Flash Point | 208 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.05 [mmHg] |
| Refractive Index | Index of refraction: 1.6019 at 20 °C |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| SMILES | CC1=CC2=CC=CC=C2C=C1 |
| InChIKey | QIMMUPPBPVKWKM-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: 2-Methylnaphthalene is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 2-Methylnaphthalene (CAS 91-57-6) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.
A pharmaceutical intermediate supplied by CoreyChem, 2-Methylnaphthalene (CAS 91-57-6) has the molecular formula C11H10 and a molecular weight of 142.08 g/mol. Reported properties include a density of 1.0058 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink g/cm³, a solubility: less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992). It is also known as 2-METHYLNAPHTHALENE and beta-Methylnaphthalene.
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Chemical Property Profile of 2-Methylnaphthalene
Property Insights of 2-Methylnaphthalene
The XLogP value of 3.9 indicates that 2-Methylnaphthalene is lipophilic (fat-soluble), which may influence its absorption, distribution, and formulation strategy. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 0.0 Ų, 2-Methylnaphthalene exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 2-Methylnaphthalene has 0 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 0 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methylnaphthalene?
The CAS number of 2-Methylnaphthalene is 91-57-6.
What is the molecular formula of 2-Methylnaphthalene?
The molecular formula of 2-Methylnaphthalene is C11H10.
What is the molecular weight of 2-Methylnaphthalene?
The molecular weight of 2-Methylnaphthalene is 142.07825 g/mol.
What are the applications of 2-Methylnaphthalene?
2-Methylnaphthalene is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 2-Methylnaphthalene (CAS 91-57-6)...
Where can I buy 2-Methylnaphthalene?
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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for 2-Methylnaphthalene?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for 2-Methylnaphthalene and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.