Description

3-(1-Methylindol-3-Yl)-3H-Isobenzofuran-1-One is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the class of isobenzofuranone derivatives fused with an indole moiety. This unique heterocyclic structure makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for research in medicinal chemistry. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules, particularly for applications in oncology and neurological research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the design of new chemical entities with potential therapeutic effects.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in complex multi-step syntheses to construct more elaborate heterocyclic systems due to its reactive functional groups.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use as a probe or inhibitor in biochemical assays to study biological processes at the molecular level.
• Material Science Exploration: Investigated as a monomer or dopant for creating specialized organic electronic materials due to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1-Methylindol-3-Yl)-3H-Isobenzofuran-1-One
CAS No.	6308-55-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	275.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(1-Methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone; 1(3H)-Isobenzofuranone, 3-(1-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)-; 3-(1-Methylindol-3-yl)phthalide; 3-(N-Methyl-3-indolyl)phthalide; 3-(1-Methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)-3H-isobenzofuran-1-one; 3-(1-Methylindol-3-yl)isobenzofuran-1(3H)-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 3-(1-Methylindol-3-Yl)-3H-Isobenzofuran-1-One in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.