Description

Ethyl 2-Oxo-1-Indanecarboxylate is a versatile and high-purity organic building block, specifically an ester derivative of 1-indanone. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex pharmaceutical molecules and advanced organic materials. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing heterocyclic frameworks and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those with indane-based or fused heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive carbonyl and ester functionalities.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in the fabrication of OLED devices.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cyclization and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Oxo-1-Indanecarboxylate
CAS No.	14397-64-9
Molecular Formula	C12H12O3
Molecular Weight	204.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-1-carboxylate; 1-Carbethoxy-2-indanone; 1-Indanone-1-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-oxo-1H-indene-2-carboxylate (tautomeric form); 2-Oxo-1-indanecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-oxoindane-1-carboxylate; 1-Ethoxycarbonyl-2-indanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Oxo-1-Indanecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates.

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 and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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