Description

3-(Carboxymethyl)-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity indole derivative carboxylic acid, serving as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional carboxylic acid groups make it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in medicinal chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and neurology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex indole-based heterocycles and functionalized molecules.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: The carboxylic acid groups enable its use as a linker molecule in bioconjugation and prodrug development.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialized indole-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Carboxymethyl)-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	17222-84-3
Molecular Formula	C12H11NO4
Molecular Weight	233.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-2-methyl-3-indoleacetic acid; 2-Methyl-3-indolylacetic acid-5-carboxylic acid; 3-Indoleacetic acid, 5-carboxy-2-methyl-; 5-Carboxy-2-methylindole-3-acetic acid; 2-Methyl-5-carboxyindole-3-acetic acid; 3-(Carboxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylic acid; NSC 163082
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Carboxymethyl)-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer material suitable for research and commercial synthesis, with standard purity grades meeting >97% (HPLC). Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements, including higher purity grades for pharmaceutical applications.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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