Description

1H-Indole-3-Carboxylic Acid, 1-Ethyl-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with indole-based structures.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and as a ligand in catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and advanced polymers.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Serves as a probe or inhibitor in biochemical assays to study enzyme function and signal transduction pathways.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and discovery chemistry in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indole-3-Carboxylic Acid, 1-Ethyl-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	250355-46-5
Molecular Formula	C12H13NO2
Molecular Weight	203.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 1-ethyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylate; 1-Ethylindole-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-1-ethylindole; 1-Ethyl-3-(methoxycarbonyl)indole; 1-Ethyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid, methyl ester; 250355-46-5; 1-Ethyl-3-indolecarboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Indole-3-Carboxylic Acid, 1-Ethyl-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, supporting cGMP and ISO standards for traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.