3-Hydroxy-2-naphthonitrile

• CAT Number: L024269
• CAS Number: 52449-77-1
• Molecular Formula: C11H7NO
• Molecular Weight: 169.18
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 3-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carbonitrile
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H7NO/c12-7-10-5-8-3-1-2-4-9(8)6-11(10)13/h1-6,13H
• InChIKey: JWPUYMTZIAJFKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C2C=C(C(=CC2=C1)C#N)O

3-Hydroxy-2-naphthonitrile(CAT: L024269) is a functionalized naphthalene derivative featuring a hydroxyl group at the 3-position and a nitrile group at the 2-position. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, pharmaceuticals, and heterocyclic compounds. The hydroxyl group enables electrophilic substitution and metal coordination, while the nitrile moiety can be transformed into amides, acids, or heterocycles through various synthetic pathways. Its conjugated aromatic system lends it utility in optical and electronic materials research. 3-Hydroxy-2-naphthonitrile is particularly valuable for developing bioactive molecules, including anticancer agents, antifungals, and enzyme inhibitors in medicinal chemistry programs.