1,4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid

• CAT Number: L045589
• CAS Number: 605-70-9
• Molecular Formula: C12H8O4
• Molecular Weight: 216.19
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: naphthalene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H8O4/c13-11(14)9-5-6-10(12(15)16)8-4-2-1-3-7(8)9/h1-6H,(H,13,14)(H,15,16)
• InChIKey: ABMFBCRYHDZLRD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CC=C2C(=O)O)C(=O)O

1,4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid is an aromatic dicarboxylic acid featuring carboxyl groups at the 1 and 4 positions of a naphthalene ring. This compound is significant in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of polymers, resins, and plasticizers. It serves as a building block in the synthesis of various functional materials, including dyes and pharmaceuticals. Its two carboxylic acid functionalities allow for versatile reactions, facilitating the formation of esters and amides, making it valuable in materials science and chemical research.