Description

Indole-3-Carboxylic Acid, 1-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new plant growth regulators and pesticides with novel modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Essential for constructing complex indole-based molecular frameworks in academic and industrial research.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or probe in studies involving tryptophan metabolism and related enzymatic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indole-3-Carboxylic Acid, 1-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	56559-60-5
Molecular Formula	C12H13NO2
Molecular Weight	203.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-methylindole-3-carboxylate; 1-Methylindole-3-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Carbethoxy-1-methylindole; NSC 163082; 1-Methyl-3-ethoxycarbonylindole; Ethyl 1-methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Indole-3-Carboxylic Acid, 1-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your regulatory requirements.

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). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

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