Description

Indican CAS NO 487-94-5 is a naturally occurring indoxyl glycoside, serving as a key biochemical precursor to indigo and other indole derivatives. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and bioactive compounds. This product is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, dye, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable source of high-purity indole-based building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of various indole-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Dye & Pigment Production: Acts as a crucial precursor in the manufacturing of natural and synthetic indigo dyes and other colorants.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving β-glucosidase activity.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex indole derivatives used in agrochemicals and material science.
• Diagnostic Applications: Utilized in certain clinical chemistry tests as a substrate to detect specific metabolic functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indican
CAS No.	487-94-5
Molecular Formula	C14H17NO6
Molecular Weight	295.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Indoxyl-β-D-glucopyranoside; Indoxyl β-D-glucoside; 1H-Indol-3-yl β-D-Glucopyranoside; 3-Indolyl β-D-glucoside; Indican (natural); Uroxanthin; Plant indican
EINECS	207-663-5

Quality Control

Our Indican is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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