Description

Ethyl 7-Bromo-5-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile brominated indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine substituent and ester functionality, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex indole-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis research for constructing heterocyclic libraries and exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized indole-based colorants and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 7-Bromo-5-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	15936-72-8
Molecular Formula	C12H12BrNO2
Molecular Weight	282.14 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Bromo-5-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 7-bromo-5-methylindole-2-carboxylate; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 7-bromo-5-methyl-, ethyl ester; 7-Bromo-5-methylindole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 15936-72-8; Ethyl 7-bromo-5-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 7-Bromo-5-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.