Description

(2,3-Dioxo-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indol-1-Yl)-Methylchloroacetate is a specialized organic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its functionalized indole and chloroacetate moieties, which enable precise chemical modifications for creating high-value target molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with indole-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific functional group transformations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecular architectures, leveraging its reactive ester and carbonyl groups.
• Dye and Pigment Precursor: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialized indole-based dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic electronic materials and polymers due to its conjugated indole-dione system.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,3-Dioxo-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indol-1-Yl)-Methylchloroacetate
CAS No.	40693-49-0
Molecular Formula	C11H8ClNO4
Molecular Weight	253.64 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloroacetoxymethyl)isatin; Isatin-1-ylmethyl chloroacetate; Methylchloroacetate ester of 1-hydroxymethylisatin; N-(Chloroacetoxymethyl)isatin; 1H-Indole-1-acetic acid, 2,3-dihydro-2,3-dioxo-, 2-chloroethyl ester; (1H-Indol-1-yl)methyl chloroacetate-2,3-dione; 40693-49-0; Chloroacetic acid (2,3-dioxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indol-1-yl)methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our (2,3-Dioxo-2,3-Dihydro-1H-Indol-1-Yl)-Methylchloroacetate 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 exacting research and industrial-grade specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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	≤ 20 ppm

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