Description

4-Bromo-6-Methyl-2,3-Dihydroinden-1-One is a versatile brominated indanone derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique halogenated structure makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and material science research. This compound is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active compounds or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its bromine atom facilitates further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and ring-forming transformations.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Precursor: Used in the synthesis of indanone-based fluorophores for biological imaging and chemical sensing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-6-Methyl-2,3-Dihydroinden-1-One
CAS No.	876-91-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9BrO
Molecular Weight	225.08 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-6-methylindan-1-one; 6-Methyl-4-bromo-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 4-Bromo-6-methyl-1-indanone; 1-Indanone, 4-bromo-6-methyl-; 4-Bromo-6-methyl-2,3-dihydroindenone; 4-Bromo-6-methylindanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Bromo-6-Methyl-2,3-Dihydroinden-1-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.