5,6-Dimethoxy-1-indanone

• CAT Number: R004979
• CAS Number: 2107-69-9
• Molecular Formula: C11H12O3
• Molecular Weight: 192.21
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,3-Dihydro-5,6-dimethoxy-1H-inden-1-one; 2,3-Dihydro-5,6-dimethoxy?-1H-inden-1-one; 5,6-Dimethoxy-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one; 5,6-Dimethoxyindane-1-one; NSC 401450
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 5,6-dimethoxy-2,3-dihydroinden-1-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H12O3/c1-13-10-5-7-3-4-9(12)8(7)6-11(10)14-2/h5-6H,3-4H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: IHMQOBPGHZFGLC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC1=C(C=C2C(=C1)CCC2=O)OC

5,6-Dimethoxy-1-indanone（Cat No.:R004979）is a bicyclic aromatic ketone featuring an indanone core substituted with methoxy groups at the 5 and 6 positions. This compound is widely used as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. The methoxy substituents enhance the electron density of the aromatic ring, influencing reactivity in electrophilic substitution and condensation reactions. It is commonly employed in the development of bioactive molecules, including dopamine analogs and enzyme inhibitors. Typically supplied as a crystalline solid, it is soluble in organic solvents and stable under standard conditions.