Description

4-Fluoro-7-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-One is a high-purity fluorinated indanone derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile, functionalized scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is essential for medicinal chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific fluorinated motifs into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized as a core structure for creating fluorescent tags, enzyme inhibitors, and other molecular probes for biological research.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories for method development and exploratory synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-7-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-One
CAS No.	828267-45-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9FO
Molecular Weight	164.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-7-methylindan-1-one; 7-Methyl-4-fluoro-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 1H-Inden-1-one, 4-fluoro-2,3-dihydro-7-methyl-; 4-Fluoro-7-methyl-1-indanone; 4-Fluoro-7-methylindanone; 7-Methyl-4-fluoroindan-1-one; Fluorinated Indanone Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluoro-7-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Inden-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your research or production process. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments. Our standard grades typically conform to in-house specifications suitable for advanced R&D and pilot-scale synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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