Description

3-(2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity indole derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection and plant growth regulation.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional component in the research of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural product analogs and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	854694-25-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	229.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(2-Methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)acrylate; Ethyl (2E)-3-(2-Methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)prop-2-enoate; (E)-Ethyl 3-(2-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)acrylate; 2-Methyl-3-indolylacrylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-(2-Methylindol-3-yl)acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Methylindole-3-acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)-Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, from research to scale-up.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.