Description

7-Bromo-2,3-Dihydro-6-Methylinden-1-One is a high-purity, versatile brominated indanone derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique halogenated structure makes it an essential building block for constructing complex molecular frameworks, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated indanone core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers due to its rigid, aromatic structure.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a scaffold or linker in the development of chemical probes and activity-based protein profiling (ABPP) reagents.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development in cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized intermediate for the custom synthesis of complex, high-value organic molecules for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Bromo-2,3-Dihydro-6-Methylinden-1-One
CAS No.	1260012-96-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrO
Molecular Weight	225.08 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromo-6-methyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 7-Bromo-6-methylindan-1-one; 1H-Inden-1-one, 7-bromo-2,3-dihydro-6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-7-bromoindan-1-one; 7-Bromo-2,3-dihydro-6-methyl-1H-inden-1-one; 7-Bromo-6-methyl-2,3-dihydroinden-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 7-Bromo-2,3-Dihydro-6-Methylinden-1-One is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformity to agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.