Description

Octahydro-1H-Inden-1-One is a saturated bicyclic ketone, a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate prized for its unique structural framework. This compound is critical for synthesizing complex molecules where a rigid, hydrogenated indane skeleton is required. It serves as a key building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, enabling the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial starting material or synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a fused bicyclic system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for musky or amber-type odorants and complex flavor molecules due to its stable, saturated ketone backbone.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a valuable scaffold in academic and industrial R&D for constructing stereochemically complex compounds, including natural product analogs.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers, ligands for catalysis, or advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octahydro-1H-Inden-1-One
CAS No.	29927-85-3
Molecular Formula	C9H14O
Molecular Weight	138.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Perhydroinden-1-one; 1-Indanone, octahydro-; Octahydroindan-1-one; 1-Oxooctahydroindene; cis/trans-Octahydro-1H-inden-1-one; Bicyclo[4.3.0]nonan-1-one; Perhydro-1-indanone
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Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our Octahydro-1H-Inden-1-One is produced and tested under controlled conditions, with specifications typically covering identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing results from advanced analytical techniques (GC, HPLC) is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (typical grades)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.