Naphthalene-1,8-diyldimethanol, with the CAS number 2026-08-6, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features a naphthalene backbone with two hydroxymethyl groups (-CH2OH) attached at the 1 and 8 positions. This compound is typically a white crystalline solid at room temperature and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether, but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic naphthalene core. Naphthalene-1,8-diyldimethanol exhibits properties typical of polyhydroxylated aromatic compounds, including potential applications in the synthesis of polymers, surfactants, and other chemical intermediates. Its hydroxymethyl groups can participate in various chemical reactions, making it a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Additionally, the presence of the naphthalene moiety may impart certain electronic and optical properties, which can be of interest in materials science and medicinal chemistry. Safety data should be consulted for handling and exposure guidelines, as with any chemical substance.

naphthalene-1,8-diyldimethanol

2026-08-6: 1,8-Bis(hydroxymethyl)naphthalene, 1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol,  Naphthalene-1,8-diyldimethanol

This compound belongs to a group of naphthalenes that have the hydroxy group on the 1-position. It can be synthesized by refluxing 8-(hydroxymethyl)naphthalene-1-ol with sodium methoxide in ethanol. The crystal structure of this compound has been determined and it was found that the molecule exists in two conformations. These conformations are distinguished by steric interactions between the hydroxy group and the naphthalene ring, which is responsible for the difference in reactivity. The herringbone conformation is more stable than the chair conformation due to a stronger interaction between the hydroxyl group and an adjacent hydrogen atom on one of the naphthalene rings.

CAS 2026-08-6: naphthalene-1,8-diyldimethanol

[8-(Hydroxymethyl)naphthalen-1-yl]methanol

Ref: 3D-CAA02608

Naphthalene-1,8-diyldimethanol

Ref: 10-F237737

1,8-Naphthalenedimethanol

Ref: IN-DA0028BW