Description

5-Carboxy-3-Indolecarboxaldehyde is a versatile and high-value indole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a carboxylic acid and an aldehyde group, makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in constructing indole-based heterocycles, peptidomimetics, and complex natural product analogs.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The aldehyde group is useful for labeling biomolecules and creating fluorescent or affinity probes for biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Carboxy-3-Indolecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	148563-41-1
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO3
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxyindole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Indole-5-carboxylic acid, 3-formyl-; 3-Carboxaldehyde-5-carboxyindole; 5-Carboxy-3-formylindole; Indole-3-carboxaldehyde-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxyindole-3-aldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 5-Carboxy-3-Indolecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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