Description

3-Ethyl-5-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the indole scaffold's bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive aldehyde group enables further functionalization for creating novel heterocyclic compounds and ligands.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoresponsive materials.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in studies involving indole-based natural products and their analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-5-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1134334-33-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃NO
Molecular Weight	187.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-5-methylindole-2-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Indole-2-carboxaldehyde, 3-ethyl-5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-3-ethylindole-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-3-ethyl-5-methylindole; 3-Ethyl-5-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxaldehyde; 3-Ethyl-5-methylindole-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-5-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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