Description

4,5-Methylenedioxyindole is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique fused ring structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific biological and electronic properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, including potential central nervous system (CNS) active compounds and alkaloid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive indole core.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for advanced polymers, organic semiconductors, and dyes with specific optical properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of serotonin and melatonin analogs, given its structural relationship to these biologically important indoles.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile scaffold for constructing complex polycyclic structures through various coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Methylenedioxyindole
CAS No.	17367-93-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indole, 4,5-(methylenedioxy)-; 4,5-(Methylenedioxy)indole; 4,5-Methylenedioxy-1H-indole; 5,6-Methylenedioxyindole; 1H-Indole-4,5-diol methylene ether; NSC 407348
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Methylenedioxyindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substance determination. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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