Description

2,3-Dihydro-1-Oxo-1H-Indene-4-Carbonitrile is a versatile and high-value organic intermediate characterized by its fused indanone ring system bearing a nitrile functional group. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel molecules with targeted biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a starting material for constructing electron-transport or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its rigid, planar structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis, useful in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments, where the indanone core contributes to color and stability.
• Academic and Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cyclization and functional group transformation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dihydro-1-Oxo-1H-Indene-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	60899-34-5
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 4-Cyanoindan-1-one; 1-Oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-4-carbonitrile; 4-CN-indanone; 4-Cyano-1-indanone; 1-Indanone-4-carbonitrile; 2,3-Dihydro-1-oxo-1H-indene-4-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dihydro-1-Oxo-1H-Indene-4-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.