Description

3-Formyl-4-Azaindole-5-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, functionalized azaindole derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its unique molecular scaffold, featuring both formyl and ester functional groups, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, anticancer agents, and other small-molecule therapeutics targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with novel modes of action.
• Chemical Biology & Medicinal Chemistry: Employed as a core scaffold for library synthesis in high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Material Science: Potential building block for organic electronic materials and functional dyes due to its conjugated azaindole structure.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formyl-4-Azaindole-5-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1190311-00-2
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	204.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-formyl-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine-5-carboxylate; 1H-Pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine-5-carboxylic acid, 3-formyl-, methyl ester; 4-Azaindole-5-carboxylic acid, 3-formyl-, methyl ester; 3-Formyl-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine-5-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-formyl-4-azaindole-5-carboxylate; 3-Formyl-4-aza-indole-5-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 3-Formyl-4-Azaindole-5-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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