Description

2-Cyclopropyl-1H-Indole is a high-purity, synthetically valuable heterocyclic building block characterized by its fused indole core substituted with a cyclopropyl group. This specific molecular architecture makes it a critical intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis, where precise structural control is paramount. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex indole derivatives through reactions like cross-coupling, functionalization, and ring expansion.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic frameworks due to its electron-rich indole system.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies and discovery chemistry in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclopropyl-1H-Indole
CAS No.	40748-44-5
Molecular Formula	C11H11N
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclopropylindole; 2-Cyclopropyl-1H-indole; 1H-Indole, 2-cyclopropyl-; Cyclopropanefuro[3,2-b]indole (related fused system); 2-Cyclopropyl-1H-benzo[g]indole (incorrect but common missearch); 2-Cyclopropylindolizine (alternative naming); 2-CPR-Indole (abbreviation); 2-CPI
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Cyclopropyl-1H-Indole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the exacting standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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	< 20 ppm

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