Description

2,3-Dimethyl-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylic Acid (Saltdata: Free) is a high-purity, functionalized indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile carboxylic acid handle on the indole core, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photostable polymers due to its indole-based chromophore.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The carboxylic acid group facilitates coupling reactions for creating fluorescent probes or biochemical tags.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Serves as a standard or starting material for methodological studies in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethyl-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylic Acid (Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	103986-07-8
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO2
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Carboxy-2,3-dimethylindole; 2,3-Dimethyl-7-indolecarboxylic Acid; 2,3-Dimethyl-1H-indole-7-carboxylic acid; 1H-Indole-7-carboxylic acid, 2,3-dimethyl-; 103986-07-8; 2,3-Dimethylindole-7-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,3-Dimethyl-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and compliance with research and production-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and meet your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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