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Description
1. Chemical Properties and Classification
1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid, Also known as naphthalene-1 4-dicarboxylic acid, it is an aromatic dicarboxylic acid organic compound. Its molecular composition is C 12H 8 O 4, its molecular mass is 216.19 and CAS number 605-70-9. The 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid molecular structure is centered on a naphthalene-ring with carboxyl groups (-COOH) at the first and fourth positions of the ring. It belongs to the naphthalene-ring aromatic acids. This is a key monomer for high-performance polyesters.
2. Physical characteristics and morphology
At room temperature, 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid is a white to pale yellow or orange crystalline powder. It has a melting point exceeding 300 degrees Celsius (some sources state 309 or 320 degrees C). The boiling point is about 490 degrees C. It is not soluble in water but produces a blue-green fluorescence when it is dissolved in alcohol. The acid dissociation constant, pKa, is approximately 2.71 and exhibits typical dicarboxylic properties.
3. Background to industry positioning and preparation
It is an important fine chemical and organic chemical intermediate. In industry, it is mainly prepared by liquid-phase oxidation of 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid in the presence of cobalt manganese bromine catalyst, or by high-temperature and high-pressure oxidation of 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid with potassium dichromate. It is the main monomer in high-performance polymer naphthalate.
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Product Parameters
| 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid Chemical Properties |
| Melting point | >300 °C (lit.) |
| Boiling point | 490.2±28.0 °C(Predicted) |
| density | 1.54 g/cm3 |
| storage temp. | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| form | powder to crystal |
| pka | 2.71±0.10(Predicted) |
| color | White to Yellow to Orange |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water. |
| BRN | 2051255 |
| 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) |
The application of 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid
Due to its bifunctional reactivity and rigid naphthalene rings, 1,4 Naphthalenedioic Acid is an excellent aromatic dicarboxylic with outstanding performance. It has a significant role in polymer industry, fine chemical, and materials science.
High-performance polymer field
This is the most important application direction of 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid, whose value lies in endowing polymers with excellent heat resistance and mechanical properties. It is a major synthetic monomer in polyethylene naphthalate. The condensation of 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid and Ethylene Glycol produces PEN. It is superior to PET because of its rigid naphthalene rings in the molecular structure. This makes it more resistant to heat, UV, and oxygen. It is used widely in high-performance bottles, food packaging films and aerospace structural components. Second, it is a structural unit in liquid crystal polymer. LCP is an engineering plastic that has self-reinforcing properties. It’s used to produce high-density connectors and 5G antenna components. Precision electronic parts are also made from it. Thirdly, the LCP is used to make special polyurethanes resins that improve material hydrolysis resistance and temperature stability.
Dye and Fluorescent whitening agent Industry
In fine chemical engineering, the 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid is an important pre-cursor for synthesising high-value-added dyes. It is used in the preparation of high-performance dyes such as azo dyes or anthraquinone. The naphthalene-ring structure of the dye can be used to construct dye chromophore conjugated dye systems. This improves the color stability, light resistance, and color fastness of dyes. It is also one of the main raw materials used to produce fluorescent whitening agents. This whitening agent absorbs ultraviolet light to emit a blue fluorescence. It is used to counteract the slight yellow tint of paper, textiles and plastic substrates and improve the whiteness and brightness.
New materials in the pharmaceutical field
This compound has a wide range of applications in the areas of research and emerging technology. In materials chemistry 1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid is an organic ligand that is widely used. The two carboxyl groups of the acid can be coordinated with metal ions in a specific angle to create metal organic frameworks (MOF) with porous structure. These MOF materials are important for research in areas such as gas storage and selective adsorption, separation, and heterogeneous catalystism. As an organic synthetic intermediary, it can also be used in the medical field to create specific active pharmaceuticals or biologically active molecules. It is also used in the production of high adhesion materials, light stabilizers and special insulation materials.
1 4-Naphthalenedicarboxylic acid's Procurement Guide
Procurement Guidelines
1. Sample Policy
We can provide a 2-3g free trial package (shipping fee required)
2. Batch procurement
Packaging: 25kg/bag; 220kg/barrel; Special packaging according to your needs
MOQ:1kg
3. Customized services
Concentration customization (90% -99%)
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FAQ
It is a key monomer for high-performance materials, mainly used for synthesizing high-temperature resistant polyester, liquid crystal polymer LCP, polyamide imide, dyes, and fluorescent whitening agents. It is also used in the fields of electronic packaging and optical materials.
The conventional purity is ≥ 99% (HPLC), and metal ions, moisture, and residual monoacids are strictly controlled, which can meet the high purity requirements of polyester polymerization and high-end material synthesis.
The two have different structures and application directions. 2,6-body is commonly used for PEN polyester fibers and films; 1,4-body focuses more on special engineering plastics, thermosetting resins, functional dyes and other fields.
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DO YOU ACCEPT SAMPLE ORDER?
We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
WHAT’S YOUR MOQ?
Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
IS THERE A DISCOUNT?
Different quantity has different discount.
HOW TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE PRODUCT QUALITY MEETS OUR NEEDS BEFORE PLACING AN ORDER?
You can consult us to get free samples of some products, you only need to pay the freight or arrange express delivery to us and get the samples. You can send us the product specifications and requirements you need, and we will manufacture products according to your requirements.
DO YOU SUPPLY PRODUCT REPORT?
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