Description

3-(1-Butyl-2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-3-(1-Ethyl-2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Phthalide is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of indole-substituted phthalides. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial chemists working in the fields of functional dyes, photochromic materials, and pharmaceutical development.

Application

• Photochromic Material Synthesis: A key precursor for developing advanced photochromic dyes and pigments used in smart windows, optical data storage, and security inks.
• Functional Dye Intermediate: Serves as a building block for synthesizing novel indole-based dyes with specific light-absorption and emission properties.
• Organic Electronics Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials for OLED and photovoltaic applications.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Acts as a sophisticated scaffold or intermediate in medicinal chemistry for exploring new bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Sensing: Investigated for use in the creation of molecular probes and sensors due to its structural responsiveness.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A high-value research chemical for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-(1-Butyl-2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-3-(1-Ethyl-2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Phthalide
CAS No.	71215-85-5
Molecular Formula	C₃₄H₃₆N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	504.67 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-(3,3-Phthalidylidene)bis[1-butyl-2-methylindole]; 3,3-Bis(1-butyl-2-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)phthalide (related isomer); 3-(1-Butyl-2-methylindol-3-yl)-3-(1-ethyl-2-methylindol-3-yl)phthalide; 3,3-Bis(indolyl)phthalide derivative; Bispyrrolo[2,3-b]indole phthalide; Light-sensitive indole phthalide; Photochromic indole intermediate
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(1-Butyl-2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-3-(1-Ethyl-2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Phthalide adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.