1,8-Dihydroxy-2-naphthaldehyde

• CAT Number: L018118
• CAS Number: 858457-19-9
• Molecular Formula: C11H8O3
• Molecular Weight: 188.18
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 1,8-dihydroxynaphthalene-2-carbaldehyde
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H8O3/c12-6-8-5-4-7-2-1-3-9(13)10(7)11(8)14/h1-6,13-14H
• InChIKey: QBXCVGGCXRBENM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)C(=C(C=C2)C=O)O

1,8-Dihydroxy-2-naphthaldehyde（Cat No.:L018118）is a naphthalene derivative distinguished by two hydroxy groups and an aldehyde group. This structural arrangement enhances its chemical reactivity, making it an invaluable intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, optical brighteners, and pharmaceuticals. The hydroxy groups increase solubility and offer points for further functionalization, allowing for diverse chemical transformations. The aldehyde group facilitates condensation reactions, essential for creating complex organic molecules. 1,8-Dihydroxy-2-naphthaldehyde is crucial in materials science and medicinal chemistry, particularly in developing compounds with specific optical properties and biological activities.