Description

3H-Indole-Delta3,α-Methanol (8Ci) CAS NO 25156-46-1 is a specialized indole derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused ring structure and functional groups make it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold's bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in complex multi-step syntheses, including cyclization reactions and the construction of polycyclic indole alkaloid analogs.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or dopant for creating advanced organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Utilized in medicinal chemistry to create molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development and discovery chemistry in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3H-Indole-Delta3,α-Methanol (8Ci)
CAS No.	25156-46-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3H-Indole-3-methanol, δ3-α; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-3H-indole; 3H-Indole-3-carbinol; 3-Indolylmethanol; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)indole; 3-Indolemethanol; α-Methanol-3H-indole; 8CI Index Name
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3H-Indole-Delta3,α-Methanol (8Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.