Description

3-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived organic compound featuring a benzoic acid moiety linked to an indole ring system. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a core scaffold for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials due to its reactive carboxylic acid and indole groups.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies involving enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and proteomics as a specialized ligand or probe.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other advanced electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	442562-80-3
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO2
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(1H-Indol-4-yl)benzoic acid; 4-(3-Carboxyphenyl)-1H-indole; Benzoic acid, 3-(1H-indol-4-yl)-; 3-(Indol-4-yl)benzoic acid; 3-(4-Indolyl)benzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 4'-indol-4-yl-; 442562-80-3 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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