Description

Methyl 5-Bromo-1H-Indole-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile brominated indole derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized scaffold for constructing complex molecules, enabling precise molecular modifications in research and development. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical chemists and agrochemical researchers engaged in the synthesis of novel active ingredients, particularly in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a functionalized indole core.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for advanced organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard in heterocyclic and organobromine chemistry research.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Useful for creating fluorescent probes or affinity labels for biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Bromo-1H-Indole-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	731810-04-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	254.08 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-1H-indole-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-bromoindole-4-carboxylate; 5-Bromoindole-4-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 1H-Indole-4-carboxylic acid, 5-bromo-, methyl ester; 731810-04-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 5-Bromo-1H-Indole-4-Carboxylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. 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 and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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