Description

2-(5-Methoxyindol-1-Yl)-1-Phenylethanol is a specialized indole derivative with a chiral alcohol moiety, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for use in medicinal chemistry, asymmetric synthesis, and custom synthesis projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization for new therapeutic agents.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral auxiliary or precursor in stereoselective reactions to create enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for the manufacture of complex specialty chemicals and advanced materials.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the research and synthesis of new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory organic synthesis in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Methoxyindol-1-Yl)-1-Phenylethanol
CAS No.	820210-28-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₇NO₂
Molecular Weight	267.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Phenylethanol, 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-1-yl)-; 2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-1-yl)-1-phenylethanol; α-(5-Methoxyindol-1-yl)benzyl alcohol; 1-(5-Methoxyindol-1-yl)-2-phenylethanol; (RS)-2-(5-Methoxyindol-1-yl)-1-phenylethanol; 820210-28-4; 2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-1-yl)-1-phenylethan-1-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(5-Methoxyindol-1-Yl)-1-Phenylethanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
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.