Description

4-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzyl Alcohol is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzyl alcohol moiety linked to an indole heterocycle. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical intermediate for the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the indole core.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic processes.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance and flavor ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	864871-35-2
Molecular Formula	C15H13NO
Molecular Weight	223.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1H-Indol-4-yl)benzenemethanol; (4-(1H-Indol-4-yl)phenyl)methanol; 4-(1H-Indol-4-yl)benzyl alcohol; 1H-Indole-4-methanol, 4-phenyl-; 4-(Indol-4-yl)benzyl alcohol; Benzenemethanol, 4-(1H-indol-4-yl)-; 864871-35-2
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(1H-Indol-4-Yl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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