Description

1-Isobutyl-5-Methoxy-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, synthetically valuable indole derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile starting material for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and functionalized indole derivatives.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological studies and discovery chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Isobutyl-5-Methoxy-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	876898-34-9
Molecular Formula	C15H19NO2
Molecular Weight	245.32 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-1-isobutyl-1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 1-(2-methylpropyl)-5-methoxy-; 1-Isobutyl-5-methoxyindole-3-carbaldehyde; 5-Methoxy-1-isobutylindole-3-carbaldehyde; 876898-34-9
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Quality Control

Our 1-Isobutyl-5-Methoxy-1H-Indole-3-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; allow the sealed container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.