Description

6-Methoxy-5-Azaindole is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique azaindole scaffold, functionalized with a methoxy group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as ligands in coordination chemistry or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular probe or scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for fundamental research in heterocyclic chemistry and methodology development in organic synthesis laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methoxy-5-Azaindole
CAS No.	80862-08-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Azaindole, 6-methoxy-; 6-Methoxy-1H-pyrrolo[3,2-b]pyridine; 6-Methoxypyrrolo[3,2-b]pyridine; 6-Methoxy-7-azaindole; 1H-Pyrrolo[3,2-b]pyridine, 6-methoxy-; 6-Methoxy-5-aza-indole
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methoxy-5-Azaindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area 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%
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.