Description

5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically versatile indole derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized indole core, which is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures with specific biological or material properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or labeling reagent in biochemical research to study protein interactions and enzyme mechanisms.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	152088-13-6
Molecular Formula	C11H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	223.66 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1,3-dimethylindole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-chloro-1,3-dimethylindole; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-chloro-1,3-dimethyl-; 152088-13-6; 5-Chloro-1,3-dimethyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced research 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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