Description

6H-Indeno[1,2-B]Oxirene, 1A,6A-Dihydro-2-Methyl- is a specialized oxirene-fused indene derivative, a high-value synthetic intermediate prized for its unique strained-ring structure and reactivity. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel pharmacophores and functional materials. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its fused ring system for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a precursor for organic electronic materials, including novel semiconductors and light-emitting compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological chemistry research, including studies on ring-opening reactions and cycloadditions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6H-Indeno[1,2-B]Oxirene, 1A,6A-Dihydro-2-Methyl-
CAS No.	697255-21-3
Molecular Formula	C12H10O
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1a,6a-Dihydro-2-methyl-6H-indeno[1,2-b]oxirene; 2-Methyl-1a,6a-dihydro-6H-indeno[1,2-b]oxirene; 6H-Indeno[1,2-b]oxirene, 1a,6a-dihydro-2-methyl-; Methyl-dihydro-indenooxirene; Indenooxirene derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6H-Indeno[1,2-B]Oxirene, 1A,6A-Dihydro-2-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for reliable sourcing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its reactive oxirene moiety, prolonged storage should be under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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