Molekula
6-Bromo-2-naphthol
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6-Bromo-2-naphthol is a brominated aromatic compound used in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals. It appears as a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 223.07 g/mol, a molecular formula of BrC10H6OH, and a CAS number of 15231-91-1. It should be stored at ambient temperature and handled with care due to its warning signal word. Molekula supplies 6-Bromo-2-naphthol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £62.30 per pack ex VAT · £74.76 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off white powder |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 74457608 |
| CAS Number | 15231-91-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 6-bromonaphthalen-2-ol |
| EC Number | 239-279-0 |
| Molecular Formula | BrC10H6OH |
| Molecular Weight | 223.07 |
| Exact Mass | 221.968 |
| SMILES | C1=CC2=C(C=CC(=C2)Br)C=C1O |
| InChIKey | YLDFTMJPQJXGSS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H7BrO/c11-9-3-1-8-6-10(12)4-2-7(8)5-9/h1-6,12H |
| PubChem CID | 27144 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29089990 |
| Tariff Code | 2908190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-bromo-6-hydroxynaphthalene
- 2-Naphthalenol, 6-bromo-
- 2-NAPHTHOL, 6-BROMO-
- 6-Bromo-2-naphthalenol
- 6-Bromo-beta-naphthol
- 6-Bromo2-hydroxynaphthalene
- 6-bromonaphth-2-ol
- 6-bromonaphthalen-2-ol
- 6-bromonapthalen-2-ol
- Bromo-6 naphtol-2
Frequently asked questions
What is 6-Bromo-2-naphthol used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and other organic compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 6-Bromo-2-naphthol?
The formula is BrC10H6OH and the molecular weight is 223.07 g/mol.
How should 6-Bromo-2-naphthol be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 6-Bromo-2-naphthol?
Available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested upon inquiry.
Can Molekula supply 6-Bromo-2-naphthol in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 6-Bromo-2-naphthol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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