Description

Ethyl 3-Iodo-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a versatile and high-value iodinated indole derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in enabling the efficient construction of complex heterocyclic frameworks, particularly for pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is essential for medicinal chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce iodine for further functionalization or as a key structural motif.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS (Central Nervous System) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate the indole scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for functional organic molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or labeling agent in biochemical studies due to the reactivity of the iodine moiety.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development and total synthesis projects in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.
• Custom Synthesis: The foundational substrate for producing more complex, tailor-made indole derivatives for specific client requirements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Iodo-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	117637-79-3
Molecular Formula	C11H10INO2
Molecular Weight	315.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Iodo-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-iodoindole-2-carboxylate; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 3-iodo-, ethyl ester; 3-Iodoindole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-iodo-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbethoxy-3-iodoindole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Iodo-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards where applicable, ensuring traceability and reliability for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

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
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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