Beta Naphthol

Beta-Naphthol

Beta Naphthol

2-Naphthol is a organic compound with the chemical formula C10H8O. It is a white crystalline solid that is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. It is used as a intermediate in the production of dyes and pigments, as well as in the synthesis of other organic compounds. 2-Naphthol also can be used as a chemical intermediate in the production of insecticides and fungicides.

Product CharacteristicsProduct Detail
CAS No135-19-3
FormulaC10H8O
Molecular Weight144.1699
Synonyms2-Naphthol(8CI);2-Hydroxynaphthalene;Azogen Developer A;Betanaphthol;C.I. 37500;C.I. Developer 5;Developer AMS;Developer BN;Isonaphthol;NSC 2044;Naphthol B;b-Hydroxynaphthalene;b-Naphthol;b-Naphthyl alcohol;
EINECS205-182-7
Density1.182 g/cm3
Melting Point120-122 `C(lit.)
Boiling Point285.499 `C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point144.002 `C
SolubilityVery slightly soluble in water: 1 g/L (20 `C)
Appearancebroken white shiny flakes or white powder