Description

1-(4-Bromobenzyl)-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized indole scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the discovery and development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the indole core for bioactivity.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a scaffold for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function and protein interactions in biological systems.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for functional organic materials, such as organic semiconductors or fluorescent dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and exploratory synthesis projects.
• Custom Synthesis Building Block: Supplied for bespoke synthesis services to create specialized compounds for client-specific applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Bromobenzyl)-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	501912-85-2
Molecular Formula	C17H14BrNO
Molecular Weight	328.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(4-Bromophenyl)methyl]-2-methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 2-Methyl-1-(4-bromobenzyl)indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1-(4-Bromobenzyl)-2-methylindole-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Formyl-1-(4-bromobenzyl)-2-methylindole; 1H-Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 1-[(4-bromophenyl)methyl]-2-methyl-; (1-(4-Bromobenzyl)-2-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)methanal
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Bromobenzyl)-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability if specified for high-purity grades.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤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.