Description

4-[[2-(1H-Indol-3-Yl)Ethyl]Seleno]Butyric Acid is a specialized organoselenium compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis and life science research. This compound matters for its unique selenium-containing indole scaffold, which is valuable for developing novel bioactive molecules and materials with specific redox or catalytic properties. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical innovators, and academic researchers focused on medicinal chemistry, enzyme inhibition studies, and the development of new organoselenium reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting neurological pathways, cancer, and inflammatory diseases.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a probe or substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly those investigating selenium's role in biological systems and antioxidant mechanisms.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a building block for creating new crop protection agents with unique modes of action.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for developing specialized polymers and materials with specific electronic or catalytic properties.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[[2-(1H-Indol-3-Yl)Ethyl]Seleno]Butyric Acid
CAS No.	1148-13-6
Molecular Formula	C14H17NO2Se
Molecular Weight	310.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)ethyl)seleno]butanoic Acid; 4-(2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)ethylseleno)butyric Acid; 3-(2-Selenoethyl)indole-4-butyric Acid; Se-(2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)ethyl)homocysteine; (4-((2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)ethyl)selanyl)butanoic acid); 1148-13-6; Organoselenium Indole Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-[[2-(1H-Indol-3-Yl)Ethyl]Seleno]Butyric Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation risk and ensure long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.