Description

4-Hydroxymethyl-7-Azaindole is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of novel pharmaceutical agents and agrochemicals, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery and fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other biologically active nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and fungicides that target specific plant enzymes.
• Chemical Biology: Serves as a scaffold or labeling component in probe molecules for studying biological pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for creating specialized polymers with unique electronic or binding properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in medicinal chemistry programs and custom synthesis projects for client-specific molecule development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxymethyl-7-Azaindole
CAS No.	936549-95-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Azaindole-4-methanol; 1H-Pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine-4-methanol; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-7-azaindole; 4-Hydroxymethyl-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxymethyl-7-Azaindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available upon request 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. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere or with appropriate desiccants to maintain product integrity. Recommended long-term storage at 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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