Description

2-Diazo-3-Phenyl-1-Indanone is a specialized diazo compound with a fused indanone structure, serving as a critical photoactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique reactivity, which enables precise chemical transformations under controlled conditions, making it indispensable for high-value, complex molecule construction. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for applications such as photolithography and the synthesis of novel heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• As a key photoacid generator (PAG) precursor in the formulation of advanced photoresists for semiconductor manufacturing.
• As a versatile diazocarbonyl reagent in organic synthesis for cyclopropanation and C-H insertion reactions.
• In the research and development of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly for constructing complex, sterically hindered molecular frameworks.
• As a building block for synthesizing novel functional dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption properties.
• In academic and industrial research exploring new photochemical reaction pathways and catalyst development.
• For the preparation of specialized coordination compounds and ligands in materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Diazo-3-Phenyl-1-Indanone
CAS No.	38028-21-6
Molecular Formula	C15H10N2O
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Diazo-3-phenylindan-1-one; 3-Phenyl-2-diazo-1-indanone; 2-Diazo-1-indanone, 3-phenyl-; 1H-Inden-1-one, 2-diazo-2,3-dihydro-3-phenyl-; 2-Diazo-3-phenyl-1H-inden-1-one; Diazo Phenyl Indanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Diazo-3-Phenyl-1-Indanone is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for sensitive applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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