Description

1H-Indole,5-Acetonitrile is a versatile indole-based nitrile compound, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its functionalized indole core, which enables the construction of complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of indole-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functional dyes, organic semiconductors, and advanced polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocycles and natural product analogs in academic and industrial R&D.
• Biochemical Research: Potential intermediate for developing enzyme inhibitors or fluorescent probes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indole,5-Acetonitrile
CAS No.	23690-49-5
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2
Molecular Weight	156.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Cyanomethyl)indole; 5-Indoleacetonitrile; 1H-Indole-5-acetonitrile; 5-Indolylacetonitrile; (1H-Indol-5-yl)acetonitrile; 5-(2-Cyanoethyl)indole; Indole-5-acetonitrile; 23690-49-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Indole,5-Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.