Description

5-Methylindole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity indole derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its versatile functional groups, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic frameworks essential for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the indole scaffold for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic materials.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies and as a probe molecule in metabolic pathway analysis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for synthesizing more complex indole-based compounds, dyes, and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methylindole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	10241-97-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-methylindole; 5-Methylindole-2-carboxylate; 5-Methyl-2-indolecarboxylic acid; 2-Indolecarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; 5-Methylindol-2-carbonsäure (German); Acide 5-méthylindole-2-carboxylique (French)
EINECS	233-583-4

Quality Control

Our 5-Methylindole-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	245 - 250 °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.