Description

5-Benzyloxyindole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized indole scaffold essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in developing new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring sophisticated heterocyclic chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides that utilize indole-based structures for enhanced efficacy.
• Biochemical Probe Synthesis: Employed to create specialized molecular probes and labeled compounds for biological and pharmacological studies.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) conducting cutting-edge synthetic chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Benzyloxyindole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6640-09-1
Molecular Formula	C16H13NO3
Molecular Weight	267.28 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Benzyloxy)-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Benzyloxyindole-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-5-benzyloxyindole; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-(phenylmethoxy)-; 5-O-Benzylindole-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Benzyloxyindole-2-Carboxylic Acid 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 purity determination and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific client or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.