Description

Methyl 4-Oxo-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the development of complex pharmaceutical molecules and fine chemicals, offering a defined scaffold for further functionalization. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity, including kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection, leveraging its fused indole-carboxylate structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry research and method development in organic synthesis laboratories.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of organic semiconductors or advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Oxo-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	69948-64-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO3
Molecular Weight	193.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-oxo-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbomethoxy-4-oxo-4,5,6,7-tetrahydroindole; Methyl 2-carboxy-4-oxo-4,5,6,7-tetrahydroindole; 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-4-oxo-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 69948-64-7; 4-Oxo-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Oxo-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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