Description

1H-Indole-2-Methanol, 7-Chloro-3-Methyl- CAS NO 706789-00-6 is a high-purity, functionalized indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile chiral scaffold with reactive hydroxyl and halogen functionalities, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents, including receptor modulators and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile starting material for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Chemical Biology: Useful probe or linker molecule in biochemical research and assay development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indole-2-Methanol, 7-Chloro-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	706789-00-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10ClNO
Molecular Weight	195.65 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloro-3-methyl-1H-indole-2-methanol; (7-Chloro-3-methyl-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol; 7-Chloro-3-methylindole-2-carbinol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-7-chloro-3-methylindole; 7-Chloro-3-methyl-2-indolemethanol; 1H-Indole-2-methanol, 7-chloro-3-methyl-; 706789-00-6
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Indole-2-Methanol, 7-Chloro-3-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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