Description

2-Amino-5-Nitroindan is a specialized nitro-substituted indane derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both an amino and a nitro functional group on the indane scaffold, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity building block is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its bioactive indane core.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoactive materials for electronic applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex fused-ring systems and heterocycles in academic and industrial R&D.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Nitroindan
CAS No.	212845-77-7
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	178.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-aminoindane; 2-Amino-5-nitro-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene; 1H-Indene-2-amine, 2,3-dihydro-5-nitro-; 2,3-Dihydro-5-nitro-1H-inden-2-amine; 5-Nitroindan-2-amine; 2-Amino-5-nitroindane; 212845-77-7 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Nitroindan is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.