Description

3-(o-Methoxybenzoyl)Indole is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its unique indole core substituted with an ortho-methoxybenzoyl group. This compound is of significant value in advanced organic synthesis, serving as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in medicinal chemistry and the synthesis of novel heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis in drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators that leverage its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for the synthesis of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers due to its conjugated system.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a standard reagent in university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for methodological development and complex molecule synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(o-Methoxybenzoyl)Indole
CAS No.	98647-11-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	251.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Methoxybenzoyl)-1H-indole; 1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid, 2-methoxyphenyl ester; 2-Methoxyphenyl 1H-indole-3-carboxylate; 3-(2-Methoxybenzoyl)indole; o-Methoxybenzoyl indole; 2-Methoxybenzoylindole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(o-Methoxybenzoyl)Indole is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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