Description

2-(1-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-2-Oxoacetamide is a specialized indole derivative organic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex indole-based molecular architectures.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Serves as a starting material for creating fluorescent tags or enzyme inhibitors used in biological assays.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for specialty polymers with unique optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-2-Oxoacetamide
CAS No.	16382-39-1
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	202.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-(oxamoyl)indole; 2-Oxo-2-(1-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)acetamide; 1-Methylindole-3-glyoxylamide; α-Oxo-1-methyl-1H-indole-3-acetamide; N1-Methyl-3-oxamoylindole; 3-(Aminocarbonylcarbonyl)-1-methylindole; 1-Methyl-3-(α-oxoacetamido)indole
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(1-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-2-Oxoacetamide adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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