Description

3-Chloro-7-Methyl-5-Azaindole is a high-purity heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceutical agents and agrochemicals, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial scaffold in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components in organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) producing specialized compounds for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-7-Methyl-5-Azaindole
CAS No.	1000341-46-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClN2
Molecular Weight	166.61 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-7-methyl-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine; 7-Methyl-3-chloro-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine; 3-Chloro-7-methyl-5-aza-indole; 1H-Pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine, 3-chloro-7-methyl-; 3-Chloro-7-methyl-1H-7-azaindole
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-7-Methyl-5-Azaindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.