Description

Sodium 2,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-Indole-5-Carboxylate is a high-purity, synthetically derived indole derivative, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate for the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and pharmaceutical compounds. Its value lies in providing a consistent and reliable building block for complex synthesis, ensuring batch-to-batch reproducibility for demanding industrial and research applications. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the fine chemical, specialty dye, and advanced pharmaceutical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Key Intermediate for Cyanine Dyes: A fundamental precursor in the synthesis of heptamethine cyanine dyes and other NIR-absorbing/emitting compounds used in bioimaging and optical materials.
• Specialty Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of high-performance pigments for inks, coatings, and plastics requiring specific color properties and stability.
• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Used as a building block in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Photosensitizer Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating compounds used in photodynamic therapy and other light-activated applications.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A potential precursor for the development of organic semiconductors and functional materials in electronics.
• Analytical Reagent Preparation: Used to formulate specialized reagents and indicators for chemical analysis and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Sodium 2,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-Indole-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	84100-85-6
Molecular Formula	C12H12NNaO2
Molecular Weight	225.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-2,3,3-trimethyl-3H-indole sodium salt; 2,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-indole-5-carboxylic acid sodium salt; Sodium 5-carboxy-2,3,3-trimethylindolenine; Fischer's Base 5-Carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt; 1,2,3,3-Tetramethyl-5-carboxyindoleninium Sodium Salt; Indolenine-5-carboxylic acid, 2,3,3-trimethyl-, sodium salt; 84100-85-6
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-Indole-5-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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