Description

1,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-4H-Indol-4-One CAS NO 13754-86-4 is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the indole family, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its fused bicyclic structure, which provides a privileged scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive indole core.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for synthesizing complex heterocycles, alkaloids, and other fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-4H-Indol-4-One
CAS No.	13754-86-4
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO
Molecular Weight	135.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4H-Indol-4-one, 1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-; 1,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-4H-indol-4-one; 4-Oxo-1,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydroindole; 4-Indolone, 1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-; 1,5,6,7-Tetrahydroindol-4-one; 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-4H-indol-4-one; 4-Hydroxy-1,5,6,7-tetrahydroindole (tautomer)
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Quality Control

Our 1,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-4H-Indol-4-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

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