Description

4-Bromo-1-Indanone is a versatile brominated indanone derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique halogenated structure, which enables precise functionalization 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 novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, ring-forming reactions, and other halogen-based transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material for the manufacture of other specialty brominated compounds and complex heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-1-Indanone
CAS No.	15115-60-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO
Molecular Weight	211.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromoindan-1-one; 1-Indanone, 4-bromo-; 4-Bromo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 4-Bromoindanone; 4-Bromo-1-oxoindane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-1-Indanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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.

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.