Description

1-Benzyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbonitrile is a versatile indole-based chemical intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized indole scaffold, which serves as a critical building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive indole core.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies and library synthesis in medicinal chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step production of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Benzyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	118959-33-4
Molecular Formula	C16H12N2
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Benzylindole-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-1-benzylindole; 1-Benzyl-1H-indole-3-carbonitrile; 1-Benzylindole-3-CN; (1-Benzyl-1H-indol-3-yl)acetonitrile; 3-Cyano-1-benzyl-1H-indole; 1-Benzyl-3-cyanoindole; BNIC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.