Description

1,2-Indanedione is a high-purity, specialized organic compound with the CAS number 16214-27-0. This diketone derivative is a critical building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis and research. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its utility in constructing complex molecular architectures and as a precursor in the development of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with fused ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, contributing to novel modes of action.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor or core structure in the development of electron-transport or emissive materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create novel chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Indanedione
CAS No.	16214-27-0
Molecular Formula	C9H6O2
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indene-1,2-dione; 1,2-Dihydro-1,2-indandione; Indane-1,2-dione; 1,2-Indandione; NSC 406079
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Indanedione is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
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.