Description

Ethyl 4-Methyl-7-Nitro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by research institutions and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with novel modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in heterocyclic chemistry for constructing indole-based molecular frameworks and functionalized derivatives.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated indole structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies and new reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Methyl-7-Nitro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	61149-52-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	248.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Methyl-7-nitroindole-2-carboxylate; 7-Nitro-4-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 4-methyl-7-nitro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-methyl-7-nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; 4-Methyl-7-nitroindole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 61149-52-8; Ethyl 7-nitro-4-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Methyl-7-Nitro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

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). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.