Description

3-Benzylindole is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique indole core structure, substituted at the 3-position, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific functionalities. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive indole scaffold.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core structure or a functionalizing agent in the manufacture of electron-transporting or emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized indole-based dyes and colorants with high stability and vivid colors.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and other functional materials requiring specific aromatic heterocycles.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring new organic reactions, catalytic processes, and the construction of complex molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzylindole
CAS No.	16886-10-5
Molecular Formula	C15H13N
Molecular Weight	207.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Benzyl-1H-indole; 1H-Indole, 3-(phenylmethyl)-; N-Benzylindole; 3-(Phenylmethyl)indole; Indole, 3-benzyl-; 3-Benzylindole; 3-Benzyl-1H-indole; 16886-10-5
EINECS	240-904-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzylindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area 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	96 - 100 °C
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.