Description

Methyl 6-Nitro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable nitro-substituted indole derivative. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile organic building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex heterocyclic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new active ingredients in crop protection and pesticide formulations.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of organic electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and heterocyclic compound synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialty chemicals, catalysts, and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 6-Nitro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	136818-66-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	220.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-nitroindole-2-carboxylate; 6-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 6-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 6-nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbomethoxy-6-nitroindole; 6-Nitroindole-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 6-Nitro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.