Description

4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-(7-Ethylindol-3-Yl)-4-Oxobutanoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a unique molecular scaffold combining bromophenyl, indole, and oxobutanoic acid moieties. This structural complexity makes it a critical intermediate for advanced research and development in medicinal chemistry. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis in drug discovery programs.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in biochemical assays to study enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation due to its specific heterocyclic structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of more complex, functionalized indole derivatives and specialized organic materials.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for methodological development in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-(7-Ethylindol-3-Yl)-4-Oxobutanoic Acid
CAS No.	937604-68-7
Molecular Formula	C20H18BrNO3
Molecular Weight	400.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-(7-ethyl-1H-indol-3-yl)-4-oxobutanoic acid; 2-(7-Ethyl-1H-indol-3-yl)-4-(4-bromophenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid; 4-Oxo-4-(4-bromophenyl)-2-(7-ethyl-1H-indol-3-yl)butanoic acid; Butanoic acid, 4-(4-bromophenyl)-2-(7-ethyl-1H-indol-3-yl)-4-oxo-; CAS 937604-68-7
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-(7-Ethylindol-3-Yl)-4-Oxobutanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing HPLC purity, NMR confirmation, and other critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.