Description

2-(3-Methylphenyl)-1H-Indole is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries that require precise and reliable chemical intermediates for research and production, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical synthesis, are the primary users of this material.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Precursor in materials science for the development of organic electronic materials and functional dyes.
• Versatile reagent in academic and industrial research for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Starting material for the synthesis of complex ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Methylphenyl)-1H-Indole
CAS No.	847237-12-1
Molecular Formula	C15H13N
Molecular Weight	207.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Methylphenyl)-1H-Indole; 2-(m-Tolyl)-1H-indole; 1H-Indole, 2-(3-methylphenyl)-; 2-(3-Methylphenyl)indole; m-Tolyl-2-indole; 847237-12-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Methylphenyl)-1H-Indole is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	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.