Description

3-(5'-Indole)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique indole-benzoic acid hybrid structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole moiety's biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core component or dopant material in the research of advanced electronic materials and optoelectronic devices.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Biochemical Probe Development: Utilized in life science research to create fluorescent probes or enzyme inhibitors for diagnostic and mechanistic studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile building block for constructing complex organic molecules in custom synthesis and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(5'-Indole)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	886363-16-2
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO2
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(1H-Indol-5-yl)benzoic acid; 5-(3-Carboxyphenyl)-1H-indole; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 5'-indolyl-; Benzoic acid, 3-(5-indolyl)-; 3-(Indol-5-yl)benzoic acid; 5-(3-Carboxy-phenyl)-indole
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Quality Control

Our 3-(5'-Indole)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and cGMP-grade synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤10 ppm

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