Description

1-(Methoxymethyl)-1H-Indole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile indole-based carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive carboxylic acid group and a protected indole nitrogen, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or linker molecule in bioconjugation and proteomics research.
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and heterocyclic compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Methoxymethyl)-1H-Indole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	739365-17-4
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO3
Molecular Weight	205.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Methoxymethyl)-1H-indole-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Indolecarboxylic acid, 1-(methoxymethyl)-; 1-Methoxymethyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylic acid; 739365-17-4; 1H-Indole-5-carboxylic acid, 1-(methoxymethyl)-; 1-(Methoxymethyl)indole-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(Methoxymethyl)-1H-Indole-5-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized and released against comprehensive specifications, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant parameters is provided with each shipment 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 area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.