Description

5-Chloro-1-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde is a versatile and high-purity indole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive aldehyde group and a halogenated indole scaffold, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photostable polymers due to its indole core structure.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Acts as a scaffold for developing enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators in biochemical assays.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing more complex indole-based specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-1-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	883529-71-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	193.63 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1-methylindole-2-carboxaldehyde; 1-Methyl-5-chloroindole-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-chloro-1-methylindole; 5-Chloro-1-methyl-1H-indole-2-carboxaldehyde; 883529-71-3; 5-Chloro-1-methyl-2-indolecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Chloro-1-Methyl-1H-Indole-2-Carbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.