Description

3-(1H-Indol-6-Yl)-Acrylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile organic building block featuring both indole and acrylic acid functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel compounds with targeted biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for functional polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in creating fluorescent probes or affinity tags for biochemical assays.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and exploratory synthetic studies in university and CRO laboratories.
• Scale-up & Process Chemistry: Supports route scouting and optimization for the commercial production of fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1H-Indol-6-Yl)-Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	119160-36-0
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO2
Molecular Weight	187.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(6-Indolyl)acrylic acid; (E)-3-(1H-Indol-6-yl)acrylic acid; 3-(1H-Indol-6-yl)-2-propenoic acid; 6-Indoleacrylic acid; 3-(6-Indolyl)-2-propenoic Acid; trans-3-(1H-Indol-6-yl)acrylic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(1H-indol-6-yl)-; 119160-36-0
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(1H-Indol-6-Yl)-Acrylic Acid is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic methods.

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 strong acids and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.