Description

1-Ethyl-1H-Pyrrole-3-Carboxylic Acid is a heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its pyrrole-carboxylic acid core structure makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and advanced organic frameworks (MOFs/COFs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed to synthesize novel chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Functions as a building block for creating specialized heterocyclic dyes and pigments.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-1H-Pyrrole-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1245534-90-0
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO2
Molecular Weight	139.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxy-1-ethylpyrrole; 1-Ethyl-3-pyrrolecarboxylic Acid; 1-Ethyl-1H-pyrrole-3-carboxylic acid; 1H-Pyrrole-3-carboxylic acid, 1-ethyl-; 1-Ethylpyrrole-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-(Ethylamino)-2-butenoic acid lactam (tautomeric form); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-1H-Pyrrole-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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