Description

1-Benzyl-5-Bromo-1H-Indole is a versatile brominated indole derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the bromine atom, which facilitates efficient cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides due to its reactive bromine site.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create novel indole-based ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Chemical Library Synthesis: Employed in combinatorial chemistry for generating diverse compound libraries for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzyl-5-Bromo-1H-Indole
CAS No.	10075-51-1
Molecular Formula	C15H12BrN
Molecular Weight	286.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-1-benzylindole; 1-Benzyl-5-bromoindole; 5-Bromo-1-benzyl-1H-indole; 1H-Indole, 5-bromo-1-(phenylmethyl)-; 1-Benzyl-5-bromo-1H-indole; 10075-51-1; 5-Bromo-1-benzyl-1H-indole; 1-(Phenylmethyl)-5-bromo-1H-indole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyl-5-Bromo-1H-Indole is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

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 heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.