Description

1-Boc-3-Hydroxymethyl-5-Methylindole is a high-purity, protected indole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise molecular scaffolds for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex heterocyclic systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex indole-based drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators that leverage the indole core structure.
• Peptide Mimetics: Serves as a protected scaffold for creating non-natural amino acids and peptide analogs in medicinal chemistry.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and advanced polymeric materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a versatile building block for creating fluorescent tags and molecular probes for biological imaging and diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Boc-3-Hydroxymethyl-5-Methylindole
CAS No.	914349-03-4
Molecular Formula	C15H19NO3
Molecular Weight	261.32 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl 3-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylate; 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-3-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methylindole; 5-Methyl-1H-indole-3-methanol, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl) ester; 1-Boc-3-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methylindole; 1-Boc-5-methyl-3-indolemethanol; 3-Hydroxymethyl-5-methyl-1-Boc-indole; 1-Boc-5-methylindole-3-methanol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Boc-3-Hydroxymethyl-5-Methylindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to guarantee consistency and traceability for your research and production needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.