Description

5-Ethyl-3-Fluoro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, fluorinated indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular scaffold, which incorporates both fluorine and a carboxylic acid functional group, enabling precise structural modifications. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used to develop new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorinated indole core.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a scaffold for designing molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Material Science: Potential building block for advanced organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Contract Research & Manufacturing (CRO/CMO): Supplied to organizations specializing in custom synthesis and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethyl-3-Fluoro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	2117198-77-1
Molecular Formula	C11H10FNO2
Molecular Weight	207.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-5-ethyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Ethyl-3-fluoroindole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-ethyl-3-fluoroindole; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-ethyl-3-fluoro-; 2117198-77-1; 5-Ethyl-3-fluoro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Ethyl-3-Fluoro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and development.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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