Description

Methyl 2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic ester building block, valued for its unique indane-based structure which serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for scale-up and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers requiring specific indane-based motifs.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development, including asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a potential intermediate for creating complex aromatic compounds with specific olfactory properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	86031-42-7
Molecular Formula	C11H12O2
Molecular Weight	176.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Indanecarboxylic acid, methyl ester; Methyl 4-indanecarboxylate; Methyl 2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-4-carboxylate; 1H-Indene-4-carboxylic acid, 2,3-dihydro-, methyl ester; 86031-42-7; Methyl 2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-4-carboxylate; Methyl 4-indancecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indene-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.