Description

6-Iodoindole is a versatile halogenated indole derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive iodine atom on the indole scaffold, makes it indispensable for constructing complex molecules through cross-coupling and functional group transformations. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, enabling the development of novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and serotonin receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in creating novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators by introducing the iodinated indole moiety.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Sonogashira couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled compounds for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Iodoindole
CAS No.	115666-47-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6IN
Molecular Weight	243.05 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Iodo-1H-indole; 1H-Indole, 6-iodo-; Indole, 6-iodo-; 6-Iodoindole; 115666-47-2; 6-Iodo-1H-indole; 6-Iodo-indole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Iodoindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our commitment to cGMP and ISO standards guarantees consistency and reliability for your most demanding research and production applications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged storage.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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