Description

Ethyl 5-Chloro-6-Methoxy-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity indole derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its functionalized indole core, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole structure.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized organic electronic materials and dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Integral to multi-step synthetic routes for producing complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Chloro-6-Methoxy-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	91396-01-9
Molecular Formula	C12H12ClNO3
Molecular Weight	253.68 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-6-methoxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-chloro-6-methoxyindole-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbethoxy-5-chloro-6-methoxyindole; 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-chloro-6-methoxy-, ethyl ester; 91396-01-9; 5-Chloro-6-methoxyindole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Ethyl 5-Chloro-6-Methoxy-1H-Indole-2-Carboxylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment, ensuring full 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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