Description

7-Nitro-1H-Indole-3-Carbonitrile is a versatile and high-value synthetic building block characterized by its nitro and nitrile functional groups on the indole scaffold. This compound matters for its critical role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting kinase inhibition or other biological pathways where the indole core is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive nitro and nitrile groups allow for further functionalization, making it valuable for constructing more complex molecules in academic and industrial research.
• Material Science Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments due to the electron-accepting nature of the nitro group.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Employed in medicinal chemistry for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Nitro-1H-Indole-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	165669-10-3
Molecular Formula	C9H5N3O2
Molecular Weight	187.16 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Nitroindole-3-carbonitrile; 1H-Indole-3-carbonitrile, 7-nitro-; 3-Cyano-7-nitroindole; 7-Nitro-1H-indole-3-carbonitrile; 7-Nitroindole-3-CN
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Nitro-1H-Indole-3-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be minimized under direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.