Description

3-Chloro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile and high-value halogenated indole derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized indole scaffold, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored biological and chemical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require a reliable, high-purity building block for drug discovery and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors, anti-inflammatory agents, and other biologically active heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the creation of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the indole core's bioactivity for crop protection solutions.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the development of advanced organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex indole-based libraries and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling reactions, making it useful for creating fluorescent probes or biochemical tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	28737-32-8
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	195.60 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloroindole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-3-chloroindole; 3-Chloro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Chloro-2-indolecarboxylic acid; 28737-32-8; 3-Chloroindole-2-carboxylate; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 3-chloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 acids and organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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