Description

3-Methylindene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the indene carboxylic acid family, serving as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate. Its unique fused-ring structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive indene core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating specialized polymers, organic semiconductors, and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a complex organic scaffold in asymmetric catalysis and multi-step synthetic routes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry and the development of new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylindene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	34225-81-5
Molecular Formula	C11H10O2
Molecular Weight	174.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-3-methylindene; 3-Methyl-1H-indene-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Methylindene-2-carboxylic acid; 2-(3-Methyl-1H-inden-2-yl)-2-oxoacetic acid (tautomer); 3-Methyl-2-indenecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methylindene-2-Carboxylic Acid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request, supporting compliance with research and manufacturing standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Handle and store in accordance with good laboratory/industrial practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.