Description

1H-Indole-1-Carboxaldehyde, 2-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique indole core functionalized at the 1-position makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel indole-based drug candidates, including potential kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating functional organic materials, such as ligands for catalysts or components for organic electronics.
• Academic & R&D: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in reactions involving indole N-functionalization and aldehyde chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indole-1-Carboxaldehyde, 2-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	66946-71-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1H-indole-1-carboxaldehyde; 2-Methylindole-1-carboxaldehyde; 1-Formyl-2-methylindole; 2-Methyl-1-indolecarboxaldehyde; 1-Carboxaldehyde-2-methylindole; 2-Methyl-1H-indole-1-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1H-Indole-1-Carboxaldehyde, 2-Methyl- (9Ci) is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC or GC), identity confirmation (by IR, NMR), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee reliable and reproducible performance in your synthetic workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

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.