Description

1H-Indole-3,4-Dicarboxylic Acid,4-Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex indole-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a scaffold or building block for designing and synthesizing new molecules for biological screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that utilize the indole core structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized starting material for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in university and institutional labs for methodological development and exploratory organic synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indole-3,4-Dicarboxylic Acid,4-Methyl Ester
CAS No.	110811-32-0
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO4
Molecular Weight	231.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl 1H-indole-3,4-dicarboxylate; 1H-Indole-3,4-dicarboxylic acid 4-methyl ester; Methyl 1H-indole-3,4-dicarboxylate; 4-Methoxycarbonyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid; Indole-3,4-dicarboxylic acid monomethyl ester; 3-Carboxy-4-methoxycarbonylindole; 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Indole-3,4-Dicarboxylic Acid,4-Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.