Description

4-Methyl-6-Azaindole-3-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for lead optimization and scaffold diversification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, receptor modulators, and other biologically active heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific azaindole scaffolds.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a core structure for designing fluorescent probes, enzyme substrates, and other molecular tools.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development in organic chemistry and for custom synthesis projects in CROs (Contract Research Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-6-Azaindole-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1190319-89-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1H-pyrrolo[3,2-b]pyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Pyrrolo[3,2-b]pyridine-3-carboxaldehyde, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-7-azaindole-3-carbaldehyde; 4-Methyl-1H-pyrrolo[3,2-b]pyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 6-Azaindole-3-carbaldehyde, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-6-aza-indole-3-carboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-6-Azaindole-3-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all relevant specifications. We support cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards for pharmaceutical applications upon request.

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, long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended for optimal stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%

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