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7-Hydroxy-1-indanone

Also known as: 7-Hydroxy-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-1-one, 7-Hydroxyindan-1-one, 1-Oxo-7-indanol, 2,3-Dihydro-7-hydroxy-1H-inden-1-one, NSC 64459, MFCD01548387

7-Hydroxy-1-indanone (CAS 6968-35-0) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8O2 and a molecular weight of 148.15900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 109-113ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 310.3ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.305. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6968-35-0
Jingsj CID
J-12064-9
Molecular Formula
C9H8O2
Molecular Weight
148.15900 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point109-113ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point310.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.305
Exact Mass148.05200
PSA37.30000
LogP1.52110
Refractive Index1.631

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914400090
Summary2914400090 other ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 7-Hydroxy-1-indanone?

The CAS number of 7-Hydroxy-1-indanone is 6968-35-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 7-Hydroxy-1-indanone?

7-Hydroxy-1-indanone has molecular formula C9H8O2 and molecular weight 148.15900 g/mol.

Is 7-Hydroxy-1-indanone hazardous?

7-Hydroxy-1-indanone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 7-Hydroxy-1-indanone?

For 7-Hydroxy-1-indanone, Upstream Products: 4-Chromanone, 3-Chloropropionyl chloride, Phenol; Downstream Products: 7-Methoxy-1-indanone, 7-Methyl-1-indanone, 4-Indanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "7-Hydroxy-1-indanone (CAS 6968-35-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-12064-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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