Description

n-Boc-6-Methoxyindole is a high-purity, protected indole derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it provides a versatile and stable building block for further functionalization. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), novel drug candidates, and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex indole-based drug molecules, including potential kinase inhibitors and serotonin receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides that leverage the indole scaffold for biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes for constructing natural products and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and discovery chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Boc-6-Methoxyindole
CAS No.	898746-82-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₇NO₃
Molecular Weight	247.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Boc-6-Methoxyindole; tert-Butyl 6-Methoxy-1H-indole-1-carboxylate; 6-Methoxy-1H-indole-1-carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-6-methoxyindole; N-Boc-6-methoxyindole; 6-Methoxy-N-Boc-indole; Boc-6-MeO-indole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Boc-6-Methoxyindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and our quality control protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical development and other high-value industries.

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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.