Description

Ethyl 5-Chloro-7-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The ethyl ester and halogenated indole structure make it a versatile reagent for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for functional organic materials and dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and discovery chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Chloro-7-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	15936-71-7
Molecular Formula	C12H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight	237.68 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-7-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-chloro-7-methylindole-2-carboxylate; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-chloro-7-methyl-, ethyl ester; 2-Carbethoxy-5-chloro-7-methylindole; 15936-71-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Chloro-7-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for advanced R&D and scale-up. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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%
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.