Description

3-Formyl-1H-Indole-7-Carbonitrile is a versatile and high-value indole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a formyl and a nitrile group, makes it an indispensable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of kinase inhibitors, receptor antagonists, and other small-molecule drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other functional organic compounds.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the synthesis of molecular probes and labeled compounds for biochemical research.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Formyl-1H-Indole-7-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	467451-63-4
Molecular Formula	C10H6N2O
Molecular Weight	170.17 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Cyano-1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Indole-7-carbonitrile, 3-formyl-; 3-Formylindole-7-carbonitrile; 7-Cyanoindole-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Carbaldehyde-7-cyanoindole; 7-CN-1H-indole-3-CHO
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Formyl-1H-Indole-7-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.