Description

2-Oxindole-3-Acetic Acid is a versatile indole derivative with significant utility in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create complex heterocyclic structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with indole-based structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage its heterocyclic core.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecules, including natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme inhibitors and receptor ligands due to its structural similarity to endogenous indole compounds.
• Material Science: Potential applications in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxindole-3-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	2971-31-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO3
Molecular Weight	191.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxymethyloxindole; 2-Oxo-3-indoleacetic Acid; (2-Oxo-1,2-dihydro-3H-indol-3-yl)acetic Acid; 3-Indolylacetic Acid, 2-oxo-; Oxindole-3-acetic Acid; 3-(Carboxymethyl)indolin-2-one; 2-Oxindolyl-3-acetic Acid; 3-Indoleacetic Acid, 2-oxo-
EINECS	221-002-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Oxindole-3-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.