Description

5-Aminoindole Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt and a key heterocyclic building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its functionalized indole core, which serves as a critical precursor for the development of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological or functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and pigments.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of enzyme inhibitors and receptor ligands due to its structural similarity to biologically active indole alkaloids.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Aminoindole Hydrochloride
CAS No.	161464-96-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2·HCl
Molecular Weight	168.62 g/mol (Free base: 132.16 g/mol)
Synonyms	1H-Indol-5-amine hydrochloride; 5-Indolamine hydrochloride; 5-Amino-1H-indole hydrochloride; Indol-5-ylamine hydrochloride; 5-Aminoindole HCl; 5-Aminoindole monohydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 5-Aminoindole Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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