Description

tert-Butyl 3-Iodo-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-1-Carboxylate, 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-3-Iodo-2-Methyl-1H-Indole is a high-value, protected indole derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in the strategic positioning of both a reactive iodine atom and a versatile Boc-protecting group on the indole scaffold, enabling precise and modular construction of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex heterocyclic targets.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with complex heterocyclic structures.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functional organic materials, including organic semiconductors and light-emitting compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine substituent makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille, Sonogashira) to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Medicinal Chemistry SAR Studies: Enables the rapid exploration of structure-activity relationships by allowing diversification at the 3-position of the indole ring.
• Peptidomimetic and Alkaloid Synthesis: Used in the construction of complex natural product analogs and peptidomimetics based on the indole framework.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 3-Iodo-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-1-Carboxylate, 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-3-Iodo-2-Methyl-1H-Indole
CAS No.	877996-21-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆INO₂
Molecular Weight	357.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Boc-3-iodo-2-methylindole; tert-Butyl 3-iodo-2-methyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylate; 3-Iodo-2-methyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-3-iodo-2-methylindole; Boc-3-I-2-Me-indole; N-Boc-3-iodo-2-methylindole; 877996-21-9; 1H-Indole-1-carboxylic acid, 3-iodo-2-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 3-Iodo-2-Methyl-1H-Indole-1-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 the container sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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