Description

Methyl 5-Methoxy-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic building block and synthetic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized indane core, which serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require a functionalized indane structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transporting or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its rigid, planar conjugated system potential.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.
• Fine Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex aroma chemicals or specialty fine chemicals.
• Academic and Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cyclization and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Methoxy-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	65844-46-4
Molecular Formula	C12H14O3
Molecular Weight	206.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-methoxyindane-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbomethoxy-5-methoxyindane; 5-Methoxyindane-2-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 2,3-Dihydro-5-methoxy-1H-indene-2-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 65844-46-4; Methyl 5-methoxy-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Methoxy-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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