Description

tert-Butyl 4-formyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile indole derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because it provides a protected, reactive handle for constructing complex heterocyclic molecules, enabling precise molecular architecture. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for custom synthesis projects.
• Peptidomimetics: Serves as a constrained scaffold in the design of peptide analogs and protease inhibitors.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	tert-Butyl 4-Formyl-1H-Indole-1-Carboxylate
CAS No.	460096-34-8
Molecular Formula	C14H15NO3
Molecular Weight	245.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Boc-4-formylindole; 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-4-formyl-1H-indole; 4-Formyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 4-formylindole-1-carboxylate; Boc-4-formylindole; 1-Boc-4-formyl-1H-indole; 4-Formylindole-1-carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; 460096-34-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 4-formyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from heat and 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)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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