Description

4-Fluoro-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated indole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating complex molecules with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require fluorinated indole scaffolds.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate in academic and industrial organic chemistry research for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science: Potential application in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials due to its unique electronic properties imparted by the fluorine atom.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	313337-34-7
Molecular Formula	C9H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	179.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-7-carboxyindole; 7-Carboxy-4-fluoroindole; 4-Fluoro-1H-indole-7-carboxylic acid; 1H-Indole-7-carboxylic acid, 4-fluoro-; 4-Fluoroindole-7-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Fluoro-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical and fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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