Description

4-Formylindole is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic aldehyde building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its formyl group provides a key reactive site for constructing complex molecular architectures, making it a critical intermediate in research and industrial applications. This compound is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of indole-based drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors, serotonin receptor modulators, and anti-cancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials requiring specific indole functionalization.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a fundamental reagent in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis research within R&D laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated for the creation of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Formylindole
CAS No.	1047-86-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indole-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Carboxyindole; 4-Indolecarboxaldehyde; 4-Indolylaldehyde; 4-Formyl-1H-indole; 4-Indolealdehyde; Indole-4-carbaldehyde; 4-Carbaldehydeindole
EINECS	213-878-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Formylindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	185 - 190 °C
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.