Description

1-sec-Butyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is a versatile indole derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for creating new active ingredients, agrochemical manufacturers for novel crop protection agents, and specialty chemical producers for high-value fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the indole scaffold's bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized indole-based dyes and functional colorants.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-sec-Butyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	710296-59-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₅NO
Molecular Weight	201.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Methylpropyl)-1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1-(sec-Butyl)-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde; 1-(Butan-2-yl)-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Formyl-1-sec-butylindole; Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 1-sec-butyl-; 1-sec-Butylindole-3-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-sec-Butyl-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.