Description

6-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-4-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with indole-based structures.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile synthon for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and functionalized indole derivatives in academic and industrial research.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated indole core.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Used in life science research to study biological processes and enzyme interactions related to indole signaling.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-4-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1260385-54-3
Molecular Formula	C11H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	223.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-Chloro-2-methyl-1H-indole-4-carboxylate; 6-Chloro-2-methyl-1H-indole-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 1H-Indole-4-carboxylic acid, 6-chloro-2-methyl-, methyl ester; 6-Chloro-2-methylindole-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 4-Carbomethoxy-6-chloro-2-methylindole
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-4-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.