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2-Naphthoic acid

IUPAC: naphthalene-2-carboxylic acid

C11H8O2 Acids CAS 93-09-4
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Formula / NotationC11H8O2
CAS Number93-09-4
Molecular Weight172.18
AppearanceCrystals from 95% alcohol; [Merck Index] Colorless solid, almost insoluble in water; [MSDSonline]
Also Known Asnaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 93-09-4; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid; NAPHTHALENE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID; Isonaphthoic acid; beta-Naphthoic acid; QLG01V0W2L; NSC-59901; DTXSID1059078; CHEBI:36106
CategoryAcids

What is 2-Naphthoic acid?

2-naphthoic acid is a naphthoic acid that is naphthalene carrying a carboxy group at position 2. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a xenobiotic metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a 2-naphthoate.

Formula & Notation

C11H8O2

IUPAC Name: naphthalene-2-carboxylic acid

Other Names / Synonyms: naphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 93-09-4; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid; NAPHTHALENE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID; Isonaphthoic acid; beta-Naphthoic acid; QLG01V0W2L; NSC-59901; DTXSID1059078; CHEBI:36106

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Crystals from 95% alcohol; [Merck Index] Colorless solid, almost insoluble in water; [MSDSonline]. Molecular formula: C11H8O2. Molecular weight: 172.18 g/mol. LogP: 3.3.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight172.18
AppearanceCrystals from 95% alcohol; [Merck Index] Colorless solid, almost insoluble in water; [MSDSonline]

Uses & Applications

Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.

Safety Information

Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term 2-Naphthoic acid
Formula C11H8O2
CAS Number 93-09-4
Molecular Weight 172.18
Category Acids
Synonyms naphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 93-09-4; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid; NAPHTHALENE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID; Isonaphthoic acid; beta-Naphthoic acid; QLG01V0W2L; NSC-59901; DTXSID1059078; CHEBI:36106

Frequently Asked Questions

2-naphthoic acid is a naphthoic acid that is naphthalene carrying a carboxy group at position 2. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a xenobiotic metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a 2-naphthoate.

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