Description

6-Methylindole is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique indole structure, substituted at the 6-position, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for developing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific indole-based structures.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as a building block for synthetic musk compounds and other aroma chemicals due to its ability to form complex, odor-active molecules.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced dyes where its electron-rich indole core is beneficial.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in studies involving tryptophan metabolism and the synthesis of biologically active alkaloids.
• Chemical Synthesis: Fundamental starting material for creating more complex indole derivatives through reactions like electrophilic substitution, metal-catalyzed cross-coupling, and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methylindole
CAS No.	3420-02-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9N
Molecular Weight	131.18 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-1H-indole; 6-Methylindole; 2,3-Benzopyrrole, 6-methyl-; 6-MI; NSC 404087; 6-Methyl-1H-indole; 6-Methylindol; 6-Methyl-1H-indol
EINECS	222-311-8

Quality Control

Our 6-Methylindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the product under an inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	84 - 88 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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