Description

1H-Indol-2-Yl(p-Tolyl) Ketone is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the indole ketone class, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Its value lies in its versatile molecular scaffold, which is essential for synthesizing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This product is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in university labs and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for methodological studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indol-2-Yl(p-Tolyl) Ketone
CAS No.	1026-21-7
Molecular Formula	C16H13NO
Molecular Weight	235.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)indole; (p-Tolyl)(1H-indol-2-yl)methanone; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 4-methylphenyl ester; 2-(4-Methylbenzoyl)-1H-indole; Ketone, 1H-indol-2-yl p-tolyl; 1026-21-7; p-Tolyl 1H-indol-2-yl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Indol-2-Yl(p-Tolyl) Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting compliance with internal and regulatory standards for research and development use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.