Description

6-Bromo-5-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-One is a high-purity, functionalized indanone derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique bromo-methyl substitution pattern makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise regiochemistry. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymeric materials due to its rigid, fused-ring structure.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a core scaffold for creating molecular probes and tool compounds to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects requiring high-purity, specialized intermediates.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and ring-forming transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Bromo-5-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-One
CAS No.	1147548-82-0
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrO
Molecular Weight	225.08 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-5-methylindan-1-one; 5-Methyl-6-bromo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 1-Indanone, 6-bromo-5-methyl-2,3-dihydro-; 6-Bromo-5-methyl-1-indanone; 6-Bromo-5-methyl-2,3-dihydroinden-1-one; 1147548-82-0; 6-Bromo-5-methylindanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Bromo-5-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ rigorous analytical controls, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.