Description

Ethyl 1-Methyl-5-Nitroindole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable nitroindole derivative. This compound serves as a crucial advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its heterocyclic core.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized organic electronic materials and dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and methodological studies in organic synthesis at universities and CROs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step production of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 1-Methyl-5-Nitroindole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	71056-57-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	248.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-5-nitroindole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-methyl-5-nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; 5-Nitro-1-methylindole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-methyl-5-nitro-, ethyl ester; 71056-57-0; ENMIC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 1-Methyl-5-Nitroindole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for research and scale-up. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory requirements.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.