Description

4-{[(2-Methyl-1H-Indol-1-Yl)Acetyl]Amino}Butanoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a unique indole-acetyl-amino butanoic acid structure. This specialized intermediate is critical for research and development in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly for creating novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new therapeutic agents or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Protease Inhibitor Research: Used in the development and study of enzyme inhibitors due to its peptide-mimetic backbone.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Acts as a linker or functional handle for creating bioconjugates, fluorescent probes, or affinity labels for biochemical research.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research phase for creating new active ingredients with potential herbicidal or insecticidal properties.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis methodologies.
• Peptidomimetic Scaffold: Provides a core structure for designing and synthesizing peptidomimetics, which are stable analogs of natural peptides.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-{[(2-Methyl-1H-Indol-1-Yl)Acetyl]Amino}Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	1099080-72-4
Molecular Formula	C15H18N2O3
Molecular Weight	274.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[[(2-Methyl-1H-indol-1-yl)acetyl]amino]butanoic acid; 1H-Indole-1-acetamide, N-(3-carboxypropyl)-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-1H-indol-1-ylacetic acid (3-carboxypropyl)amide; 4-({[2-Methyl-1H-indol-1-yl]acetyl}amino)butyric acid; N-(3-Carboxypropyl)-2-methyl-1H-indole-1-acetamide; (2-Methylindol-1-yl)acetamidobutanoic acid; 4-[(2-Methylindol-1-ylacetamido)]butanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-{[(2-Methyl-1H-Indol-1-Yl)Acetyl]Amino}Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and mass spectrometry, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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 each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.