Description

Ethyl Indane-5-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic ester building block of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fine chemicals, and novel material science applications where precise molecular control is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with indane-based scaffolds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the indane moiety can contribute to specific biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor for the development of organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers and emissive compounds in display technologies.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and specialty esters for high-value perfumery and flavor formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex polycyclic structures via reactions like cross-coupling, cyclization, and functional group transformations.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, enhancing thermal stability or introducing specific chemical functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Indane-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	105640-11-7
Molecular Formula	C12H14O2
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carbethoxyindane; Ethyl 5-Indanecarboxylate; 1H-Indene-5-carboxylic acid, 2,3-dihydro-, ethyl ester; 2,3-Dihydro-1H-indene-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Indane-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 5-(Ethoxycarbonyl)indane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Indane-5-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.