1-Naphthoic Acid

Name: 1-Naphthoic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040776

About 1-Naphthoic Acid

1-Naphthoic Acid is a carboxylic acid carrying the CAS registry number 86-55-5. Its molecular formula is C11H8O2 and its molecular weight is 172.18 g/mol. Systematically, it is named naphthalene-1-carboxylic acid. It is also known as 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid or alpha-Naphthoic acid.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span fine chemical synthesis and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Naphthoic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-040776
CAS Number	86-55-5
IUPAC name	naphthalene-1-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₁H₈O₂
Molecular weight	172.18 g/mol
Exact mass	172.0524
InChIKey	LNETULKMXZVUST-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC=C2C(=O)O
PubChem CID	6847

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	3.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, alpha-Naphthoic acid, 1-Carboxynaphthalene, Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, .alpha.-Naphthoic acid, alpha-Naphthylcarboxylic acid, Naphthalene-alpha-carboxylic acid, naphthalene carboxylic acid, naphthalene mono carboxylic acid, Carboxynaphthalene, l-naphthoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Naphthoic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Naphthoic Acid is 86-55-5. It is also known as 1-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, alpha-Naphthoic acid, 1-Carboxynaphthalene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Naphthoic Acid?

1-Naphthoic Acid has the molecular formula C11H8O2 and a molecular weight of 172.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is naphthalene-1-carboxylic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1-Naphthoic Acid can I order?

We supply 1-Naphthoic Acid, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1-Naphthoic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Naphthoic Acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1-Naphthoic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Naphthoic Acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.