Description

3-Formyl-1-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and a carboxylic acid group on the indole core, makes it an indispensable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks. This compound is primarily sought after 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 synthon for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly in oncology and neurology research.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific modes of action.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoactive materials due to its conjugated indole system.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard for developing new synthetic routes involving indole chemistry.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioconjugation: The reactive aldehyde and acid groups facilitate its use in designing peptide analogs and linker molecules for bioconjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formyl-1-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	174094-26-9
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO3
Molecular Weight	203.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-formylindole-2-carboxylic acid; 1-Methylindole-2-carboxylic acid-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Formyl-1-methylindole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-1-methylindole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1-Methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid, 3-formyl-; 174094-26-9; 3-Formyl-1-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Formyl-1-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid 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. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity fine chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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