Description

3-[(Benzylseleno)Methyl]-1H-Indole is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a benzylseleno-methyl substituent on the indole scaffold. This unique structure makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and materials. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways where selenium-containing heterocycles are of interest.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides and biocidal agents, leveraging the biological activity of organoselenium compounds.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials with unique redox properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of novel selenium-based ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling new reaction methodologies.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in research to develop molecular probes for studying selenoprotein function and redox biology.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, particularly in C-Se bond formation and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(Benzylseleno)Methyl]-1H-Indole
CAS No.	21903-67-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₅NSe
Molecular Weight	300.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indole, 3-[(phenylmethylseleno)methyl]-; 3-(Benzylselenomethyl)indole; 3-[(Benzylselanyl)methyl]-1H-indole; NSC 407319; Benzyl (1H-indol-3-ylmethyl) selenide; (Indol-3-ylmethyl) benzyl selenide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-[(Benzylseleno)Methyl]-1H-Indole adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to supplying material that meets the exacting requirements of advanced synthetic chemistry.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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