Description

7-Chloro-6-Methoxyindole is a high-purity indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique halogenated and methoxylated structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional unit in the research of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material for further functionalization, including cross-coupling reactions and heterocycle formation.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of enzyme inhibitors and as a probe in biochemical assays due to its indole moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloro-6-Methoxyindole
CAS No.	1227604-21-8
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	181.62 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxy-7-chloroindole; 7-Chloro-6-methoxy-1H-indole; 1H-Indole, 7-chloro-6-methoxy-; 7-Chloro-6-methoxyindole; 1227604-21-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide material that meets high-purity requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.