Description

1-Hexadecyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl-substituted indane derivative, a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a lipophilic hexadecyl chain fused to a dihydroindene core, makes it a valuable building block for creating specialized surfactants, lubricant additives, and functional polymers. This compound is particularly relevant for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, specialty materials, and performance additive sectors seeking to develop products with tailored hydrophobic and rheological properties.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier Intermediate: Serves as a key hydrophobic precursor for synthesizing novel non-ionic and cationic surfactants used in industrial cleaning, textile processing, and agrochemical formulations.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Used in the development of viscosity index improvers, pour-point depressants, and anti-wear additives for high-performance lubricants and specialty fuels.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a comonomer or chain-transfer agent to introduce long alkyl side chains into polymers, enhancing flexibility, hydrophobicity, and compatibility in coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Synthesis: Provides a lipophilic scaffold for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals where controlled release or membrane penetration is required.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic chemistry research for studying structure-activity relationships, self-assembly phenomena, and as a model compound in material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexadecyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene
CAS No.	55334-29-7
Molecular Formula	C25H42
Molecular Weight	342.60 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexadecylindane; n-Hexadecylindane; 1-Cetyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene; Hexadecylindane; Indane, 1-hexadecyl-; Cetylindane; 1-Palmityl-2,3-dihydroindene; (1-Hexadecyl-1H-inden-2-yl)methane (alternative structural representation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hexadecyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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