Description

2-Formyl-1H-Indole-6-Carbonitrile is a versatile and high-value indole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and a nitrile group, makes it an indispensable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, anti-cancer agents, and other biologically active indole-based molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with novel modes of action.
• Material Science: Building block for organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile starting material for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, cyclizations, and the preparation of complex heterocycles.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Formyl-1H-Indole-6-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	104291-63-6
Molecular Formula	C10H6N2O
Molecular Weight	170.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Cyano-1H-indole-2-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Indole-2-carboxaldehyde, 6-cyano-; 6-Cyanoindole-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-6-cyanoindole; 6-CN-indole-2-CHO; 104291-63-6; 2-Formyl-6-cyano-1H-indole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Formyl-1H-Indole-6-Carbonitrile is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques. Our commitment to quality supports compliance with cGMP and ISO standards where required for research and development use.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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