Description

Indan-1-Carbonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound featuring a fused aromatic indane structure. This chemical serves as a valuable high-purity intermediate and building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development and exploratory organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indan-1-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	26452-97-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9N
Molecular Weight	143.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyanoindane; 1-Indanecarbonitrile; Indan-1-yl cyanide; 1-Indanyl cyanide; α-Cyanoindane; (2,3-Dihydro-1H-inden-1-yl)acetonitrile; 1H-Indene-1-acetonitrile, 2,3-dihydro-
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Quality Control

Our Indan-1-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support custom synthesis and purification to meet specific research or production-grade requirements.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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