Description

3-Benzoylindole is a versatile indole derivative characterized by a benzoyl group at the 3-position, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where precise chemical synthesis is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides due to its heterocyclic core.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for organic semiconductors, photochromic materials, and advanced polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in coordination chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard reagent for methodological development and scale-up studies in process chemistry.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Utilized in the design of indole-based fluorescent markers and sensors for biochemical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzoylindole
CAS No.	15224-25-6
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO
Molecular Weight	221.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Benzoyl-1H-indole; 1H-Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, phenylhydrazone; 3-Benzoylindole; N-Benzoylindole; 3-Benzoyl-1H-indole; Phenyl(1H-indol-3-yl)methanone; 15224-25-6; 3-Benzoyl indole
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Quality Control

Our 3-Benzoylindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances, to meet rigorous industry standards. A 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 146 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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