2-Hydroxy-1-naphthoic acid explained

2-Hydroxy-1-naphthoic acid is an organic compound with the formula C10H6(OH)(CO2H). It is prepared by carboxylation of 2-naphthol by the Kolbe–Schmitt reaction. It is one of several hydroxynaphthoic acids.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Encyclopedia: Gerald Booth. Naphthalene Derivatives. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry. 2005. Wiley-VCH. Weinheim. 10.1002/14356007.a17_009. 9783527303854 .

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