How is 4,7-Dimethyl-1-indanone (CAS: 5037-60-5) typically synthesized?

4,7-Dimethyl-1-indanone can be synthesized through various methods, one common approach is by the oxidation of 4,7-dimethyl-1-indan-3-ol. This process typically uses oxidizing agents like potassium permanganate or catalytic hydrogen peroxide. The reaction is selective and yields high purity 4,7-dimethyl-1-indanone with good to excellent selectivity and moderate to high yield.