Description

4-Ethyl Isatin is a versatile and high-value organic intermediate belonging to the isatin family of heterocyclic compounds. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive carbonyl group and an ethyl substituent, makes it a critical building block for synthesizing complex molecules with specific biological and chemical properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders, anti-cancer agents, and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing specific indole-based dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex heterocycles, spiro compounds, and for use in multi-component reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive in the development of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethyl Isatin
CAS No.	34934-05-9
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-1H-indole-2,3-dione; 4-Ethylisatin; 4-Ethyl-2,3-dioxoindoline; 1H-Indole-2,3-dione, 4-ethyl-; Isatin, 4-ethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethyl Isatin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.