Description

5-Fluoro-2,3-Dihydro-3-Methylinden-1-One is a high-purity fluorinated indanone derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a fluorine substituent on the aromatic ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for creating novel fluorinated pesticides and herbicides, leveraging fluorine's ability to enhance biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and fluorinated molecular architectures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the synthesis of novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Fluoro-2,3-Dihydro-3-Methylinden-1-One
CAS No.	61241-54-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9FO
Molecular Weight	164.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-3-methylindan-1-one; 3-Methyl-5-fluoroindan-1-one; 5-Fluoro-3-methyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 1-Indanone, 5-fluoro-2,3-dihydro-3-methyl-; 5-Fluoro-3-methylindanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Fluoro-2,3-Dihydro-3-Methylinden-1-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 and bases.

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.