Description

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-Indanone is a high-purity organic compound, identified by CAS NO 1086-43-7, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique indanone scaffold with a methoxyphenyl substituent, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing conjugated molecules and polymers used in OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) or organic semiconductors.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The ketone and aromatic groups provide sites for modification to create novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step syntheses of complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals for high-value applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis, including studies on cyclization reactions and cross-coupling methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-Indanone
CAS No.	1086-43-7
Molecular Formula	C16H14O2
Molecular Weight	238.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Indanone, 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; 2-(p-Methoxyphenyl)indan-1-one; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)indan-1-one; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-indanone; 4-Methoxyphenyl indan-1-one; NSC 408099; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)indanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-Indanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.