CAS: 7235-47-4

2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene-1,5-dicarbaldehyde is a ligand that has been shown to bind to the metal ions of iron (Fe), nickel (Ni), and cobalt (Co). It is synthesized in a stepwise synthesis from 2,6-dihydroxynaphthalene. The ligand has a dinuclear structure with two identical moieties coordinated to one metal ion. This coordination causes a change in the spectroscopic properties of the ligand. 2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene-1,5-dicarbaldehyde has been used as a synthetic precursor for other ligands.

2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene-1,5-dicarbaldehyde