Description

6-(Methylsulfanyl)-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, sulfur-containing indole derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique molecular scaffold, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a methylthio substituent, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators leveraging the indole core structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for functionalized organic molecules used in organic electronics and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocycles and for introducing the methylsulfanyl moiety into target molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies due to its structural similarity to tryptophan derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(Methylsulfanyl)-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	202584-21-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	207.25 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Methylthio)-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 6-(Methylsulfanyl)-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-(methylthio)indole; 6-Methylmercaptoindole-2-carboxylic acid; 6-Methylthioindole-2-carboxylic acid; 6-(Methylsulfanyl)indole-2-carboxylic acid; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 6-(methylthio)-; 202584-21-2
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-(Methylsulfanyl)-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is fully characterized and tested against rigorous internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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