Description

3-Oxo-Indan-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique indanone-carboxylic acid structure makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of complex organic compounds, including dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as a building block in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for organic electronic materials and advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a valuable reagent for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical reactions in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxo-Indan-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	71005-12-4
Molecular Formula	C10H8O3
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Carboxy-1-indanone; 1-Oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-4-carboxylic Acid; 4-Indanonecarboxylic Acid; 4-Carboxyindan-1-one; 1-Oxoindane-4-carboxylic Acid; 4-(Carboxy)indan-1-one; 4-Carboxy-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one
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Quality Control

Our 3-Oxo-Indan-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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