Description

4-(4-Nitro-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Butan-2-One is a specialized nitro-substituted indole derivative, a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to the bioactive indole scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic materials.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for methodological studies in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.
• Material Science Exploration: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors and advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Nitro-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Butan-2-One
CAS No.	885266-72-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	232.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Nitro-1H-indol-3-yl)butan-2-one; 3-(3-Oxobutyl)-4-nitro-1H-indole; 4-Nitro-3-(3-oxobutyl)indole; 1H-Indole, 4-(4-nitro-3-yl)butan-2-one; Butan-2-one, 4-(4-nitro-1H-indol-3-yl)-; 4-(4-Nitroindol-3-yl)butan-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Nitro-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Butan-2-One is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical R&D.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.