Description

1-Ethyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile indole derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized indole core, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with specific biological and chemical properties. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a fundamental reagent in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological development and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	28737-29-3
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO2
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethylindole-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-1-ethylindole; 1-Ethyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 1-Ethyl-2-indolecarboxylic Acid; 2-Indolecarboxylic acid, 1-ethyl-; 1-Ethylindole-2-carboxylate; 28737-29-3; 1-Ethyl-2-carboxyindole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

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.