Description

3,3-Dimethyl-1,2-Indanedione is a specialized diketone compound with a unique fused ring structure. This chemical serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoresists due to its conjugated diketone functionality.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cyclization and cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for manufacturing high-value specialty chemicals and flavors/fragrances intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dimethyl-1,2-Indanedione
CAS No.	20651-88-1
Molecular Formula	C11H10O2
Molecular Weight	174.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dimethylindane-1,2-dione; 1,2-Indanedione, 3,3-dimethyl-; 3,3-Dimethyl-1H-indene-1,2(3H)-dione; 3,3-Dimethylindan-1,2-dione; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dimethyl-1,2-Indanedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications.

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 strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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.