English

6-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid

October 24, 2025

I.Introduction

Product name:6-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid

Synonym:6-hydroxy-2-naphthalenecarboxylicacid;6-hydroxy-2-naphthoicaci;6-hydroxy-2-napthalenecarboxylicaci;6-hydroxy-beta-naphthoicChemicalbookacid;6-hydroxynaphthalene-2-carboxylicacid;6-Hydroxy-2-naphtoicacid,99%;6-HYDROXY-2-NAPTHOICACID;2-NAPHTHOL-6-CARBOXYLICACID

CAS:16712-64-4

Appearance:white to light yellow powder

Purity:99%

MF:C11H8O3

MW:188.18

Transport Information: Non-dangerous goods

HS Code:2918290000

Packaging: 25kg/drum

Storage: store in cool, dry place, tightly sealed.

Email: eva@coreychem.com

II. Primary Applications​

2-Hydroxy-6-naphthoic acid is an important ​pharmaceutical intermediate and liquid crystal monomer intermediate​​.
  • ​Pharmaceutical Intermediate​​: It serves as a key starting material for the synthesis of several important drugs, particularly non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Its most notable application is in the synthesis of ​​Naproxen​​, a widely used analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent.
  • ​Liquid Crystal Material Intermediate​​: It is a crucial building block for producing high-performance materials for liquid crystal displays (LCDs), especially for ​​thermotropic liquid crystalline polymers (LCPs)​​ . These polymers are known for their excellent mechanical properties, heat resistance, and chemical stability, finding applications in electronics, automotive, and aerospace industries.
  • ​Other Applications​​: It can also be used as an organic synthesis intermediate for the preparation of dyes, pigments, and various functional polymers.
Get a quote
You can also fill out our online message form and we will contact you within 24 hours.