Description

1-Methyl-6-(1-Methylethyl)-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the research and development of advanced electron-transport or host materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Probe and Dye Synthesis: Core structure for developing sensitive chemical sensors and specialty dyes.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-6-(1-Methylethyl)-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1240579-11-6
Molecular Formula	C13H15NO2
Molecular Weight	217.26 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Isopropyl-1-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 1-Methyl-6-(propan-2-yl)-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-1-methyl-6-isopropylindole; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-methyl-6-(1-methylethyl)-; 1240579-11-6; 6-Isopropyl-1-methylindole-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-6-(1-Methylethyl)-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.