Description

2-(5-Methoxy-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-Acetamide is a specialized indole derivative with a CAS number of 2452-25-7, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for synthesizing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new plant growth regulators or pesticides with specific biological activity.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Serves as a precursor or reference standard in biochemical pathway studies and receptor binding assays.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic syntheses to introduce the 5-methoxyindole acetamide moiety into more complex molecules.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential material for university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) conducting exploratory medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Methoxy-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-Acetamide
CAS No.	2452-25-7
Molecular Formula	C11H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	204.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxyindole-3-acetamide; 5-Methoxy-1H-indole-3-acetamide; 3-(Aminocarbonylmethyl)-5-methoxyindole; 5-Methoxy-3-indoleacetamide; 2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)acetamide; 5-Methoxyindol-3-ylacetamide; 5-Methoxy-3-indolylacetamide; 5-Methoxy-1H-indole-3-acetic acid amide
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Quality Control

Our 2-(5-Methoxy-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-Acetamide is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. While typically supplied as a high-purity research grade, production can be aligned with specific customer requirements and good laboratory practice (GLP) standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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