Description

3-Indole Acetamide is a versatile indole derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its significance lies in its role as a key building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of tryptamine-based pharmaceuticals and other bioactive indole alkaloids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of plant growth regulators and novel crop protection agents.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in studies involving auxin-like activity and plant hormone pathways.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring the indole scaffold.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for method development and exploratory synthesis in medicinal and organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Indole Acetamide
CAS No.	879-06-1
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O
Molecular Weight	174.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Indole-3-acetamide; 1H-Indole-3-acetamide; 3-(Aminocarbonylmethyl)indole; IAA-amide; 3-Indolylacetamide; (1H-Indol-3-yl)acetamide; 2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)acetamide; α-(3-Indolyl)acetamide
EINECS	212-904-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Indole Acetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with cGMP, ISO, and other relevant quality standards for industrial and research applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	148°C - 152°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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