Description

9H-β-Carboline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the β-carboline alkaloid class, serving as a key synthetic intermediate and a privileged scaffold in medicinal chemistry. Its structural core is highly valued for its ability to interact with diverse biological targets, making it a critical building block for research and development. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and academic institutions focused on creating novel bioactive molecules for therapeutic and diagnostic applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting neurological disorders, cancer, and infectious diseases.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a core scaffold for designing and optimizing compounds with potential activity against various enzymes and receptors.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Used in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate biological pathways and mechanisms of action related to β-carboline pharmacology.
• Agrochemical Development: Explored as a starting material for creating new plant protection agents and growth regulators.
• Academic & Contract Research: Fundamental building block for synthetic organic chemistry projects and discovery programs in university and CRO laboratories.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	9H-β-Carboline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	74214-63-4
Molecular Formula	C12H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	212.21 g/mol
Synonyms	9H-β-Carboline-3-carboxylic acid; Norharmane-3-carboxylic Acid; β-Carboline-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxy-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole; 9H-Pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid; Azafluorene-3-carboxylic acid (obsolete); 3-Carboxy-β-carboline
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Quality Control

Our 9H-β-Carboline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment to ensure compliance with your research and development specifications.

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). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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