Description

2-(6-Fluoro-3-Oxo-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-Ylidene)Malononitrile is a high-value, specialized organic intermediate featuring a unique indanone-malononitrile conjugated structure. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced functional materials, particularly those requiring specific electronic and optical properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and organic semiconductors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its fluorine-substituted aromatic system.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as an electron-accepting unit in the design of non-fullerene acceptors (NFAs) for organic solar cells (OSCs) and other optoelectronic devices due to its strong electron-withdrawing character.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the fluoro-indanone core contributes to color fastness and specific light-absorption properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for exploring new chemical reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in creating novel ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or asymmetric catalysis, utilizing its rigid, planar structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(6-Fluoro-3-Oxo-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-Ylidene)Malononitrile
CAS No.	507484-54-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₇FN₂O
Molecular Weight	238.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Fluoro-1-(dicyanomethylene)indan-3-one; 1-(Dicyanomethylene)-6-fluoroindan-3-one; 6-Fluoro-3-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-1-ylidenemalononitrile; (6-Fluoro-3-oxo-1-indanylidene)propanedinitrile; 2-(6-Fluoro-3-oxo-1-indanylidene)malononitrile; 6-Fluoro-1-indanone malononitrile derivative; F-DCIT; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(6-Fluoro-3-Oxo-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-Ylidene)Malononitrile adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch release testing to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR, MS). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support development and scale-up with custom synthesis and analytical method development to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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