Description

1-[2-(5-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Ethyl]-5-Oxopyrrolidine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its unique indole-pyrrolidone hybrid structure. This compound is of significant commercial interest for its role in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly within the central nervous system (CNS) and oncology fields. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting neurological disorders.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or a precursor in pharmacological studies investigating receptor binding and enzyme inhibition.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemists to develop libraries of compounds for high-throughput screening (HTS).
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Development: Employed in the developmental stages of new APIs, especially those with indole-based pharmacophores.
• Contract Research & Manufacturing (CRO/CMO): Supplied to organizations providing custom synthesis and process development services.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-[2-(5-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Ethyl]-5-Oxopyrrolidine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	931374-78-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	286.33 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-3-[2-(5-oxo-4-carboxypyrrolidin-1-yl)ethyl]indole; 1-[2-(5-Methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid; 5-Oxo-1-[2-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]pyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid; (5-Methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl pyrrolidone carboxylic acid derivative; 931374-78-6; UNII-9G6Q8W7274
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-[2-(5-Methyl-1H-Indol-3-Yl)Ethyl]-5-Oxopyrrolidine-3-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and MS. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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