Description

1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-Dione, 2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)- is a specialized organic chemical building block belonging to the indanedione class, identified by CAS No. 7561-62-8. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds with specific optical or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its core structure to create compounds with specific modes of action.
• Functional Dyes and Pigments: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing advanced organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners due to its conjugated diketone system.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a potential component or precursor in the manufacture of organic semiconductors and materials for OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Photoreactive Compound Synthesis: Its structure makes it suitable for creating photoinitiators or photosensitizers used in polymer curing and imaging technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-Dione, 2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-
CAS No.	7561-62-8
Molecular Formula	C17H14O2
Molecular Weight	250.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione; 2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)indane-1,3-dione; 2-(2,4-Xylyl)-1,3-indanedione; 1,3-Indanedione, 2-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-1,3-indandione; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-Dione, 2-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
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.