Description

6-Fluoro-2-Methylindole-3-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized indole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of fluorine and aldehyde groups, which enable precise molecular modifications for developing novel compounds with targeted properties. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of advanced organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Fluorine Chemistry: An important substrate for studying fluorination reactions and the effects of fluorine substitution on indole-based molecular systems.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or labeling agent in biochemical research due to its reactive aldehyde group for conjugation.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for creating libraries of indole derivatives for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoro-2-Methylindole-3-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	933747-88-7
Molecular Formula	C10H8FNO
Molecular Weight	177.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Fluoro-2-methyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde; 2-Methyl-6-fluoroindole-3-carboxaldehyde; 6-Fluoro-2-methylindole-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Formyl-6-fluoro-2-methylindole; 6-Fluoro-2-methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde; 933747-88-7; 6-Fluoro-2-methylindol-3-ylcarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoro-2-Methylindole-3-Carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.