Description

2,3-Dihydro-1,1,2,3,3,6-Hexamethyl-1H-Indene-5-Carbonitrile is a specialized synthetic intermediate belonging to the class of substituted indene derivatives. This compound is valued for its unique sterically hindered structure, which makes it a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel molecules with specific functional properties.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for musk odorants and other complex aroma chemicals due to its indene-based framework.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its carbonitrile functionality.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for the discovery of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Advanced Material Development: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: Functions as a hindered intermediate in various name reactions and catalytic processes to introduce specific molecular complexity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dihydro-1,1,2,3,3,6-Hexamethyl-1H-Indene-5-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	63084-13-9
Molecular Formula	C15H19N
Molecular Weight	213.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indene-5-carbonitrile, 2,3-dihydro-1,1,2,3,3,6-hexamethyl-; Galaxolide intermediate; Hexamethylindanecarbonitrile; 1,1,2,3,3,6-Hexamethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-5-carbonitrile; Musk indanecarbonitrile; HHCB nitrile; 5-Cyano-1,1,2,3,3,6-hexamethylindane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2,3-Dihydro-1,1,2,3,3,6-Hexamethyl-1H-Indene-5-Carbonitrile adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.