Description

2-(6-Methyl-3-Oxo-Indan-1-Ylidene)-Malononitrile is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of indanone-based malononitrile derivatives. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique conjugated structure, which makes it a critical building block in advanced material synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in the synthesis of n-type organic semiconductors and non-fullerene acceptors for organic photovoltaics (OPVs) and perovskite solar cells.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new generation herbicides and fungicides with specific modes of action.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of advanced functional dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers due to its electron-accepting properties.
• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: A candidate material for research into second- and third-order nonlinear optical applications in photonic devices.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cyclization and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(6-Methyl-3-Oxo-Indan-1-Ylidene)-Malononitrile
CAS No.	2047352-75-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₀N₂O
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(6-Methyl-3-oxo-1H-inden-1-ylidene)propanedinitrile; 1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-dione, 2-(dicyanomethylene)-6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-2-(dicyanomethylene)-1-indanone; (6-Methyl-3-oxo-1-indanylidene)malononitrile; 2-(6-Methyl-3-oxoindan-1-ylidene)malononitrile; Propanedinitrile, 2-(6-methyl-3-oxo-1H-inden-1-ylidene)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(6-Methyl-3-Oxo-Indan-1-Ylidene)-Malononitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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%

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