Description

Methyl 5-Phenyl-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative used as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily targeted at the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core structure for biological activity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of advanced organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Provides a versatile scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis in drug discovery programs.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for fundamental research in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Phenyl-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylate
CAS No.	860624-96-0
Molecular Formula	C16H13NO2
Molecular Weight	251.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-phenyl-1H-indole-7-carboxylate; 5-Phenyl-1H-indole-7-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 7-Methoxycarbonyl-5-phenylindole; 1H-Indole-7-carboxylic acid, 5-phenyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-phenylindole-7-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Phenyl-1H-Indole-7-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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