4-METHOXY-1-INDANONE

CAS NO.：13336-31-7
Empirical Formula: C10H10O2
Molecular Weight: 162.19
MDL number: MFCD00077816
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-05-28 03:09:40

What is 4-METHOXY-1-INDANONE?

Chemical properties

white to light yellow crystal powder

The Uses of 4-METHOXY-1-INDANONE

4-Methoxy-1-indanone is suitable for use in the comparative study of the effect of different substituents on various benzo-fused ketones on the reaction kinetics by studying the biocatalysed oxidation reaction.
It may be used in the following studies:

Synthesis of isomeric mixture of oximes.
As a starting material in the synthesis of benzo-fused indolizidine and 4-methoxy-1-indanyl compound.
Synthesis of 4-methoxy-5-nitro-1-indanone by nitration reaction.
As one of the reactant in the synthesis of E-2-chloro-8-methyl-3-[(4′-methoxy-1′-indanoyl)-2′-methyliden]-quinoline (IQ), a quinoline derivative.

General Description

4-Methoxy-1-indanone, a benzo-fused ketone is a 1-indanone derivative. Its synthesis has been reported.

Properties of 4-METHOXY-1-INDANONE

Melting point:	105-107 °C (dec.) (lit.)
Boiling point:	115-120 °C/0.5 mmHg (lit.)
Density	1.0281 (rough estimate)
refractive index	1.6000 (estimate)
storage temp.	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
CAS DataBase Reference	13336-31-7(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety information for 4-METHOXY-1-INDANONE

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02 Health Hazard GHS08
GHS Hazard Statements	H228:Flammable solids H317:Sensitisation, Skin H334:Sensitisation, respiratory H350:Carcinogenicity H360:Reproductive toxicity
Precautionary Statement Codes	P201:Obtain special instructions before use. P202:Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P272:Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P285:In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P363:Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P341:IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P342+P311:IF experiencing respiratory symptoms: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P403:Store in a well-ventilated place.