Description

8H-Indeno[1,2-C]Thiophen-8-One is a high-purity fused heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique indeno-thiophene core structure makes it a valuable building block for the development of novel functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors seeking to create complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or with complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a core building block for the development of organic semiconductors, OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) emitters, and charge-transport materials due to its fused aromatic system.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the discovery and synthesis of new-generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes, pigments, and photoactive compounds with specific light-absorption properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for constructing complex ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and the exploration of new chemical reactions involving fused ring systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	8H-Indeno[1,2-C]Thiophen-8-One
CAS No.	23062-43-3
Molecular Formula	C11H6OS
Molecular Weight	186.23 g/mol
Synonyms	8H-Indeno[1,2-c]thiophen-8-one; Indeno[1,2-c]thiophen-8(8H)-one; 8H-Indeno[1,2-c]thiophene-8-one; 8-Oxo-8H-indeno[1,2-c]thiophene; 23062-43-3; Indenothiophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8H-Indeno[1,2-C]Thiophen-8-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.