Description

3H-Benz[E]Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing indole-based scaffolds with specific functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific activity profiles.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials or emissive layer components in electronic displays.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Core structure for creating specialized indole-based dyes with unique color and stability properties.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and catalysis studies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific optical or electronic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3H-Benz[E]Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	50536-72-6
Molecular Formula	C13H9NO2
Molecular Weight	211.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3H-Benz[e]indole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-3H-benz[e]indole; Benzo[e]indole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Benz[e]indolecarboxylic acid; 1H-Benzo[e]indole-2-carboxylic acid; 3H-Benzo[e]indol-2-carbonsäure (German); Acide 3H-benzo[e]indole-2-carboxylique (French)
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Quality Control

Our 3H-Benz[E]Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent-compatible compound, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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