Description

1H-Indene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile organic building block and a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its rigid, fused aromatic structure, which is integral to the development of complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications ranging from active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development to the creation of specialty polymers and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid group and indene backbone are utilized to create complex chelating ligands for metal catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	5020-21-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8O2
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Indene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Indenecarboxylic acid; 1H-Indene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxyindene; 3-Indene carboxylic acid; Indene-3-carbonic acid; 1H-Indene-3-carbonic acid
EINECS	225-700-9

Quality Control

Our 1H-Indene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	185 - 190 °C
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.