Description

cis-Hydrindane is a saturated bicyclic hydrocarbon featuring a fused cyclopentane and cyclohexane ring system in a cis configuration. This specific stereochemistry makes it a valuable and versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications such as fragrance synthesis, material science research, and as a building block for more complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Used in the research and development of synthetic musks and other complex aroma chemicals due to its stable, saturated hydrocarbon structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a fundamental starting material or intermediate for Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation studies, and the preparation of functionalized hydrindane derivatives.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or model compound for the development of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Catalysis and Ligand Development: Provides a rigid backbone for the synthesis of novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in gas chromatography (GC) and other spectroscopic methods for identification and quantification purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-Hydrindane
CAS No.	4551-51-3
Molecular Formula	C9H16
Molecular Weight	124.22 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-Bicyclo[4.3.0]nonane; cis-Perhydroindan; cis-Octahydro-1H-indene; cis-Hexahydroindan; cis-Hydrindan; (1S,3aS,7aS)-Octahydro-1H-indene; (1R,3aR,7aR)-Octahydro-1H-indene
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Quality Control

Our cis-Hydrindane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0% (cis-isomer)
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.05%

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