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1-Naphthylmethylamine is (1-NM) an organic compound belonging to the amine group. It is derived from naphthalene, a occurring aromatic hydrocarbon found in coal tar and certain crude oils. 1-Naphthylmethylamine plays a pivotal role as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of diverse organic compound. 1-Naphthylmethylamine holds extensive utilization as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the creation of other amines. It also functions as a model compound, facilitating the study of the mechanism behind the Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction. The mechanism underlying the Friedel-Crafts alkylation of naphthalene with dimethylamine, leading to the production of 1-Naphthylmethylamine, involves a three-step process. Initially, the Lewis acid catalyst interacts with naphthalene, forming a complex and generating a carbocation intermediate. Subsequently, this intermediate reacts with dimethylamine, resulting in the formation of an imine, which is then hydrolyzed to ultimately yield 1-Naphthylmethylamine.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
1-Naphthylmethylamine, 5 g | sc-224769 | 5 g | $92.00 |