Description

3-Bromo-6-Methyl-1H-Indole is a halogenated indole derivative, a versatile and high-value organic building block. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and advanced material science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold's biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create more complex heterocyclic systems.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Utilized in academic and industrial research to study enzyme inhibition and receptor-ligand interactions.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized indole-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-6-Methyl-1H-Indole
CAS No.	1152850-55-9
Molecular Formula	C9H8BrN
Molecular Weight	210.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-6-methylindole; 6-Methyl-3-bromoindole; 1H-Indole, 3-bromo-6-methyl-; 3-Bromo-6-methyl-1H-indole; 3-Bromo-6-methylindole; 3-Br-6-Me-indole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-6-Methyl-1H-Indole is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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