Description

4-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity, versatile aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring both indole and benzaldehyde moieties, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science & OLED Development: Serves as a core building block for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials and other advanced functional polymers due to its electron-rich structure.
• Ligand & Catalyst Design: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Chemistry: Utilized in the development of fluorescent markers, sensors, and specialty dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and discovery chemistry in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	848760-74-7
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO
Molecular Weight	221.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1H-Indol-4-yl)benzaldehyde; 4-(1H-Indol-4-yl)benzenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Indol-4-yl-benzaldehyde; p-(1H-Indol-4-yl)benzaldehyde; 4-(1H-Indol-4-yl)benzaldehyde (CAS 848760-74-7); Benzaldehyde, 4-(1H-indol-4-yl)-; 4-(Indol-4-yl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and research-grade synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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