Description

1-Vinyl-8-Hydroxy-β-Carboline is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the β-carboline alkaloid family. This molecule is valued for its unique structural framework, which serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and a versatile scaffold for pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Alkaloid Research: Fundamental compound for studying the structure-activity relationships (SAR) of β-carboline derivatives.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Utilized as a core structure for creating sensitive fluorescent tags and sensors in biochemical assays.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the development of new plant growth regulators or pesticides with specific biological activity.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for organic electronic materials due to its conjugated pi-system and functional groups.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for method development and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Vinyl-8-Hydroxy-β-Carboline
CAS No.	138683-69-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀N₂O
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxy-1-vinyl-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole; 1-Ethenyl-8-hydroxy-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole; 1-Vinyl-8-hydroxy-9H-β-carboline; 8-Hydroxy-1-vinyl-β-carboline; 1-Vinyl-8-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-β-carboline (tautomer); β-Carboline, 1-vinyl-8-hydroxy-; Norharman derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1-Vinyl-8-Hydroxy-β-Carboline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes to ensure compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued light or using amber glass containers when possible.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%

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