Description

4-Methyleneoctahydro-1H-Indene is a specialized bicyclic hydrocarbon building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused ring structure with an exocyclic methylene group makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications such as fragrance development and material science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules and novel drug candidates.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Used in the research and development of novel synthetic musks and other specialty aroma chemicals due to its bicyclic framework.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for advanced polymers and specialty materials with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct polycyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Acts as a scaffold for developing novel ligands and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in fundamental research to study reaction mechanisms and explore new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyleneoctahydro-1H-Indene
CAS No.	40954-37-8
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylene-1,2,3,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-1H-indene; 4-Methylenebicyclo[4.3.0]nonane; 4-Methyleneoctahydroindene; Bicyclo[4.3.0]non-4-ene, 9-methylene-; 9-Methylenebicyclo[4.3.0]non-4-ene
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Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure the consistency and purity of our chemical intermediates. Each batch of 4-Methyleneoctahydro-1H-Indene is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (GC, GC-MS, NMR) to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and documentation for regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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