Description

4-Methyl-1H-Indene is a versatile organic intermediate belonging to the indene class of compounds. This high-purity chemical is valued for its unique bicyclic structure, which serves as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating specialized ligands in organometallic chemistry and catalysis.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A valuable starting material for research into organic semiconductors, OLEDs, and conductive polymers.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specific aromatic compounds for specialty applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-1H-Indene
CAS No.	7344-34-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10
Molecular Weight	130.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylindene; 1H-Indene, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-1H-indene; 4-Methylindene; 4-Methyl-1-indene; 4-Methylindene (principal synonym)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-1H-Indene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profile. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific research or cGMP starting material requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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