Description

Propanedinitrile, 2-(5,6-Dibromo-2,3-Dihydro-3-Oxo-1H-Inden-1-Ylidene)- is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a dibrominated indanone core fused with a dinitrile functional group, making it a valuable synthon for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound matters for its role in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and functional materials where precise bromine substitution and electron-accepting properties are critical. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and organic electronic components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides or fungicides, where the bromine atoms and dinitrile group can be leveraged for bioactivity and molecular stability.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as an electron-accepting unit in the design of non-fullerene acceptors (NFAs) for organic solar cells (OSCs) and other optoelectronic devices.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Functions as a precursor for creating specialized dyes and pigments due to its conjugated system and potential for color generation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis, leveraging the indanone and nitrile functionalities for metal coordination.
• Academic and R&D: Employed in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propanedinitrile, 2-(5,6-Dibromo-2,3-Dihydro-3-Oxo-1H-Inden-1-Ylidene)-
CAS No.	2652583-73-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₄Br₂N₂O
Molecular Weight	359.98 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5,6-Dibromo-3-oxo-1H-inden-1-ylidene)propanedinitrile; 5,6-Dibromo-1-(dicyanomethylene)indan-3-one; 1-(Dicyanomethylene)-5,6-dibromoindan-3-one; 5,6-Dibromo-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione 1-(dicyanomethylene) derivative; DBI-DCN (common abbreviation); 2-(5,6-Dibromo-3-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-ylidene)malononitrile
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Quality Control

Our Propanedinitrile, 2-(5,6-Dibromo-2,3-Dihydro-3-Oxo-1H-Inden-1-Ylidene)- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your regulatory and quality documentation needs.

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). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.