Description

2-Methyl-5-Nitroindole is a versatile nitro-substituted indole derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds with targeted biological and material properties. This high-purity building block is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photochromic materials due to its electron-accepting nitro group.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a scaffold for developing fluorescent tags and molecular probes for biochemical assays.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental building block for methodological studies in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-Nitroindole
CAS No.	7570-47-0
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-methylindole; 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-indole; 1H-Indole, 2-methyl-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-2-methyl-1H-indole; 2-Methyl-5-nitroindole; 5-Nitro-2-methylindole; 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-indole; 5-Nitro-2-methyl-1H-indole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-Nitroindole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

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.