Description

5-Ethoxy-3H-Benzo[E]Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable heterocyclic carboxylic acid building block. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for its role as a key intermediate in creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its unique heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in advanced display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as a core structure for creating novel organic dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers and functional organic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for synthetic chemistry research in universities and contract research organizations (CROs).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethoxy-3H-Benzo[E]Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	887360-68-1
Molecular Formula	C15H13NO3
Molecular Weight	255.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethoxy-3H-benzo[e]indole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-ethoxy-3H-benzo[e]indole; 5-Ethoxy-1,9-dihydro-3H-benzo[e]indole-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Ethoxy-3H-benzo[g]indole-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Ethoxy-β-carboline-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Ethoxy-2-carboxy-3H-benzo[e]indole; 887360-68-1; Benzo[e]indole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-ethoxy-3H-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Ethoxy-3H-Benzo[E]Indole-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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