Description

Ethyl Indole-5-Carboxylate is a versatile organic building block and key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the functionalized indole core, which is a privileged scaffold for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced materials. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a precursor for more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive indole structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing indole-based dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry research and the exploration of new heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Indole-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	32996-16-0
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO2
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carbethoxyindole; Ethyl 5-Indolecarboxylate; 1H-Indole-5-carboxylic acid, ethyl ester; Indole-5-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 5-Indolecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 209992; Ethyl 1H-Indole-5-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Indole-5-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to guarantee 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.