Description

5-Methyl-1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-Dione is a specialized organic chemical building block belonging to the indanedione class of compounds. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique molecular structure, which serves as a versatile core for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and manufacturing. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications requiring precise chemical functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in the development of advanced display technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized organic dyes and pigments due to its conjugated diketone structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and material science.
• Ligand Synthesis: Can be utilized to create complexing agents or ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-Dione
CAS No.	50919-77-2
Molecular Formula	C10H8O2
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylindane-1,3-dione; 5-Methyl-1,3-indanedione; 5-Methylindan-1,3-dione; 1,3-Indanedione, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione; 5-Methyl-1,3-dihydroindene-1,3-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.