Description

2-Ethyl-1-Indanone is a versatile organic chemical intermediate belonging to the indanone class of compounds. Its unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and industrial manufacturing. This product is essential for chemical R&D laboratories and production facilities focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other biologically active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core structure or intermediate in the manufacture of electron-transport or host materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and high-performance pigments.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a building block for creating complex aroma chemicals and synthetic musk compounds.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development, catalysis studies, and exploring new chemical entities in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Ethyl-1-Indanone
CAS No.	22351-56-0
Molecular Formula	C11H12O
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylindan-1-one; 2-Ethyl-1-indanone; 1-Indanone, 2-ethyl-; 2-Ethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; α-Ethylindanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethyl-1-Indanone is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to meet exacting customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is 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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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