Description

2-(4-Cyano-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived indole derivative of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science research sectors for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive indole core structure.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a building block for synthesizing enzyme inhibitors, receptor ligands, and fluorescent probes for biological assays.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for creating specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in universities and CROs for methodological development and the exploration of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Cyano-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1346597-89-4
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	200.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Cyano-1H-indol-3-yl)acetic acid; 3-Carboxymethyl-4-cyanoindole; 4-Cyano-1H-indole-3-acetic acid; (4-Cyano-1H-indol-3-yl)acetic acid; 2-(4-Cyanoindol-3-yl)acetic acid; 3-Indoleacetic acid, 4-cyano-; 1346597-89-4; CAIA
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Cyano-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis to meet specific purity grades (e.g., >97%, >98%, >99%) for research and commercial scale 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 (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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