Description

3-Formyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile and high-purity indole derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring a reliable, high-quality intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and specialty materials.

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 herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for creating complex dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.
• Material Science: Investigated for the creation of organic electronic materials and advanced functional coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	18450-27-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO₃
Molecular Weight	217.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Formyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; Ethyl 2-Carboxy-3-formylindole; 2-Carbethoxy-3-formylindole; 3-Formylindole-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 3-formyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-formylindole-2-carboxylate; 18450-27-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Formyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and production applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.