Description

4-(5'-Indole)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, specialized organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which combines indole and benzoic acid functionalities to enable the development of novel materials and active ingredients. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for use in drug discovery, material science, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific indole-based structures.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic frameworks (MOFs/COFs).
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in biochemical assays and as a scaffold for probing enzyme interactions and protein binding sites.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5'-Indole)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	886363-18-4
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO2
Molecular Weight	237.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1H-Indol-5-yl)benzoic Acid; 5-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-1H-indole; 4-(5-Indolyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(1H-indol-5-yl)-; 886363-18-4; 4-(Indol-5-yl)benzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-(5'-Indole)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.