Description

1,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-2-Methyl-4H-Indol-4-One is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique indole-derived structure makes it an essential intermediate for pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This product is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a core structure for developing electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized indole-based colorants and optical brighteners.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard for analytical chemistry and catalysis research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to create novel nitrogen-containing ligands for transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-2-Methyl-4H-Indol-4-One
CAS No.	35308-68-0
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO
Molecular Weight	149.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-4H-indol-4-one; 2-Methyl-4-oxo-1,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydroindole; 4H-Indol-4-one, 1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-1,5,6,7-tetrahydroindol-4-one; 2-Methyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-indol-4-one; Tetrahydro-2-methyl-4H-indol-4-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-2-Methyl-4H-Indol-4-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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