Description

1-Phenyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block, primarily used in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive aldehyde group and indole scaffold, making it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it serves as a precursor for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), functional dyes, and advanced ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and cancers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive indole core.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in display technologies.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Employed in the preparation of sophisticated nitrogen-containing ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing indole-based fluorophores and chemosensors.
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental reagent in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis research for constructing indole alkaloid analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Phenyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	32542-59-9
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO
Molecular Weight	221.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-1-phenylindole; 1-Phenylindole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1-Phenyl-1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Carbaldehyde-1-phenylindole; NSC 406913; 1-Phenylindole-3-aldehyde; (1-Phenyl-1H-indol-3-yl)methanal; 1-Phenyl-3-formylindole
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Quality Control

Our 1-Phenyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 146 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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