Description

6-Bromoindanone is a versatile brominated aromatic ketone that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive carbonyl group adjacent to a bromine-substituted aromatic ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Academic & R&D: Fundamental reagent in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological development and exploratory synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromoindanone
CAS No.	14548-39-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO
Molecular Weight	211.06 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 6-Bromoindan-1-one; 1-Indanone, 6-bromo-; 6-Bromo-1-indanone; 6-Bromo-2,3-dihydroinden-1-one; 14548-39-1; 6-Bromohydrindone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromoindanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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