Description

1H-Indene-2-Carboxylic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro-4-Nitro-, Methyl Ester is a specialized nitro-substituted indane derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a functionalized, fused-ring scaffold for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D laboratories for use in medicinal chemistry, process development, and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its nitro and ester functionalities.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or starting material for synthesizing specialized polymers, dyes, or organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including catalysis, heterocycle formation, and structure-activity relationship (SAR) exploration.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing other high-value, nitro-containing fine chemicals and specialty reagents.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indene-2-Carboxylic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro-4-Nitro-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	888327-27-3
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO4
Molecular Weight	221.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Nitro-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-2-carboxylate; 4-Nitro-2,3-dihydro-1H-indene-2-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 2,3-Dihydro-4-nitro-1H-indene-2-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 1H-Indene-2-carboxylic acid, 2,3-dihydro-4-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,3-dihydro-4-nitroindene-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Indene-2-Carboxylic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro-4-Nitro-, Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability, especially after the original container is opened.

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%

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