Description

1-Isocyanoindane is a versatile and highly reactive organic building block featuring an isocyano group attached to an indane scaffold. This compound is valued for its role as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocycles and functionalized molecules, enabling advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the indane core for enhanced biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and cellular processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and exploratory synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Isocyanoindane
CAS No.	728920-01-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9N
Molecular Weight	143.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isocyanoindane; Indan-1-yl isocyanide; 1-Isocyanatoindane (common misnomer); 1-Indanyl isocyanide; 1-Isocyano-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene; 728920-01-2; Indane-1-isocyanide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Isocyanoindane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles for research chemicals, ensuring traceability and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up projects.

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 light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued light or in amber glass containers to maintain stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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