Description

2-Aminoindan-1-Ol is a versatile chiral amino alcohol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique indane scaffold fused with amino and hydroxyl functional groups makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), chiral ligands, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, including central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Building block for producing specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials requiring the indane structure.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in methodological studies and process chemistry for exploring new synthetic routes and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminoindan-1-Ol
CAS No.	13575-72-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO
Molecular Weight	149.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Inden-1-ol, 2-amino-2,3-dihydro-; 2-Amino-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-ol; 2-Amino-1-indanol; (1R,2S)-2-Amino-1-indanol (for specific enantiomer); cis-2-Amino-1-indanol; Aminoindanol; 2-Aminoindanol; 13575-72-9
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Quality Control

Our 2-Aminoindan-1-Ol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity and chemical identity verification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming specifications for assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (for specific enantiomer) or as required
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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