Description

Ethyl 2-(6-Nitro-1H-Indol-1-Yl)Acetate is a specialized nitroindole derivative, a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in pharmaceutical chemistry, particularly in the construction of complex heterocyclic scaffolds. It is primarily sought by fine chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories engaged in developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides due to its nitroindole core structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for functional dyes, pigments, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs in universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) exploring novel indole-based compounds.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or tag in biochemical research to study protein interactions and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(6-Nitro-1H-Indol-1-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	915037-28-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	248.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (6-Nitro-1H-indol-1-yl)acetate; 1H-Indole-1-acetic acid, 6-nitro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(6-nitroindol-1-yl)acetate; 6-Nitro-1H-indol-1-ylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 915037-28-4; Ethyl (6-nitroindol-1-yl)acetate; 1-(Carbethoxymethyl)-6-nitroindole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Ethyl 2-(6-Nitro-1H-Indol-1-Yl)Acetate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure high chemical purity and structural integrity, suitable for demanding research and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and stored away from direct light and moisture sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.