Description

3-Cyanoindole-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a nitrile group on the indole scaffold, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex pharmacophores and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel indole-based drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced dyes/pigments.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a scaffold for designing fluorescent probes, enzyme inhibitors, and molecular tags.
• Academic & Contract Research: Fundamental building block in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis research programs.
• Custom Synthesis: Starting material for the contract manufacturing of proprietary compounds and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyanoindole-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	889942-85-2
Molecular Formula	C10H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	186.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Carboxy-3-cyanoindole; 1H-Indole-4-carboxylic acid, 3-cyano-; 3-Cyano-1H-indole-4-carboxylic acid; 3-Cyanoindole-4-carboxylate; 4-Indolecarboxylic acid, 3-cyano-; 3-CN-indole-4-COOH
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyanoindole-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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