Description

6-Chloroindoxyl-1,3-Diacetate is a high-purity chemical intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry and diagnostic applications. Its core value lies in its role as a key precursor for the synthesis of chromogenic and fluorogenic substrates used in enzymatic assays and histochemical staining. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic reagent sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for sensitive detection systems.

Application

• Chromogenic Substrate Synthesis: Primary use as a precursor for indoxyl-based substrates used to detect enzymatic activity (e.g., β-galactosidase, β-glucuronidase) in molecular biology and histochemistry.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Key intermediate in the production of reagents for clinical diagnostics and microbiological testing kits.
• Biochemical Research: Used in the development and study of novel enzyme assays and detection methodologies within life science research.
• Dye and Stain Intermediate: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialized dyes and stains used in microscopy and cellular imaging.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Potential use in the synthetic pathways of more complex bioactive molecules and pharmaceuticals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloroindoxyl-1,3-Diacetate
CAS No.	108761-33-7
Molecular Formula	C12H10ClNO4
Molecular Weight	267.66 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-1H-indol-3-yl diacetate; 6-Chloro-3-hydroxyindole diacetate; 6-Chloroindoxyl acetate; 1,3-Diacetoxy-6-chloroindole; 6-Chloro-1,3-diacetoxyindole; 6-Chloro-3-indolyl diacetate; 6-Chloroindoxyl-1,3-diacetate ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloroindoxyl-1,3-Diacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and diagnostic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.