Description

3-Methyl-1H-Indole-1-Acetic Acid is a versatile indole derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive acetic acid moiety attached to the indole nitrogen, enabling its use in the construction of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new plant growth regulators and protective agents due to its indole-based structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry for constructing complex indole-containing frameworks.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a substrate or analog in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and advanced polymers with specific electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-1H-Indole-1-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	57710-28-8
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO2
Molecular Weight	189.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indole-1-acetic acid, 3-methyl-; 3-Methylindole-1-acetic acid; (3-Methyl-1H-indol-1-yl)acetic acid; 1-Carboxymethyl-3-methylindole; 3-Methyl-1-indolylacetic acid; 3-Methylindol-1-yl-acetic acid; 57710-28-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-1H-Indole-1-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.