Description

5-Oxo-Tetrahydrocarbazole Ethylene Ketal is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the production of complex heterocyclic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing intricate molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of complex alkaloids and other bioactive nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its fused ring system.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized building block for creating dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific carbazole-derived structures.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound for developing new synthetic routes and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Oxo-Tetrahydrocarbazole Ethylene Ketal
CAS No.	54621-12-4
Molecular Formula	C14H15NO2
Molecular Weight	229.28 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxo-1,2,3,4,4a,9a-hexahydro-9H-carbazole ethylene ketal; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-9H-carbazol-5-one ethylene ketal; 5,5-Ethylenedioxy-1,2,3,4,4a,9a-hexahydro-9H-carbazole; 5-Oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydrocarbazole ethylene ketal; 5-Ketotetrahydrocarbazole ethylene ketal; NSC 334906
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Quality Control

Our 5-Oxo-Tetrahydrocarbazole Ethylene Ketal is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.