Description

6-Bromoindole-3-carboxaldehyde is a versatile and high-value brominated indole derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and a bromine substituent on the indole core, makes it an essential building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex indole-based drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photochromic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a reactive handle for bioconjugation and the synthesis of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors.
• Academic & Contract Research: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromoindole-3-carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	17826-04-9
Molecular Formula	C9H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	224.05 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 6-Bromo-3-formylindole; 3-Formyl-6-bromoindole; 6-Bromoindole-3-aldehyde; 6-Bromo-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde; 17826-04-9; 6-Bromo-3-indolecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromoindole-3-carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

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