Description

Ethyl 5,6-Dichloro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its functionalized indole core, which is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures with specific biological and chemical properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-inflammatory agents, and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated indole structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the research of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development, heterocyclic chemistry studies, and library synthesis for high-throughput screening.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: An important scaffold for creating complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a functionalized indole moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5,6-Dichloro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	53995-78-1
Molecular Formula	C11H9Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	258.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Dichloro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5,6-dichloroindole-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbethoxy-5,6-dichloroindole; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 5,6-dichloro-, ethyl ester; 5,6-Dichloroindole-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (5,6-dichloro-1H-indol-2-yl)carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5,6-Dichloro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for research-grade chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.