Description

5-Nitro-2-Indanone is a versatile nitro-substituted indanone derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic ketone scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides by providing a functionalized core structure.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for various heterocyclic compounds and complex organic molecules via reactions like reduction, condensation, and cyclization.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized in analytical laboratories for method development and calibration in chromatographic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Nitro-2-Indanone
CAS No.	116530-60-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitroindan-2-one; 2-Indanone, 5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-2-indanone; 5-Nitroindanone; 1H-Inden-1-one, 2,3-dihydro-5-nitro-; 2,3-Dihydro-5-nitro-1H-inden-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Nitro-2-Indanone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.