Description

4,7-Dimethyl-1H-Indene is a substituted indene derivative, a versatile organic building block characterized by its fused aromatic and alicyclic ring system. This compound is of significant value in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating specialized ligands in organometallic chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex fragrance and dye intermediates.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploratory chemistry and process development in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,7-Dimethyl-1H-Indene
CAS No.	6974-97-6
Molecular Formula	C11H12
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indene, 4,7-dimethyl-; 4,7-Dimethylindene; 4,7-Dimethyl-1H-indene; 4,7-Dimethylindene (principal synonym); 6974-97-6 (CAS Registry)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4,7-Dimethyl-1H-Indene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of research and industrial synthesis. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.