Description

1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-6-Methoxyindole is a high-purity, protected indole derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the versatile indole scaffold while providing a Boc-protected amine group for selective deprotection and further functionalization. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate the indole moiety.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioconjugation: Facilitates the creation of peptide-like molecules and bioconjugates due to its protected amine functionality.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or functional unit in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-6-Methoxyindole
CAS No.	138344-18-0
Molecular Formula	C14H17NO3
Molecular Weight	247.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Boc-6-Methoxyindole; 6-Methoxy-1H-indole-1-carboxylic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; tert-Butyl 6-methoxy-1H-indole-1-carboxylate; 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-6-methoxyindole; 1-Boc-6-methoxy-1H-indole; 6-Methoxyindole-1-carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; Boc-6-methoxyindole; N-Boc-6-methoxyindole
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Quality Control

Our 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-6-Methoxyindole is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and commercial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
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.