Description

5-Bromo-7-Methylindole-3-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile and high-value halogenated indole derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both bromine and aldehyde functional groups, makes it an essential building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds. This product is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals.

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 due to its bioactive indole core.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in medicinal chemistry labs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis for high-throughput screening.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to introduce the indole moiety into more complex architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-7-Methylindole-3-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	16076-86-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8BrNO
Molecular Weight	238.08 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-7-methyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde; 7-Methyl-5-bromoindole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 5-bromo-7-methyl-; 5-Bromo-7-methylindole-3-aldehyde; 3-Formyl-5-bromo-7-methylindole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-7-Methylindole-3-Carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.