1H-indole

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CAS 120-72-9 White To Pale Yellow Crystalline Powder Indole

 

Product Description

Indole Description

Indole is an aromatic heterocyclic organic compound characterized by a fused structure of a benzene ring and a pyrrole ring. It is a colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid with a distinct odor. Indole naturally occurs in various plants, animals, and microorganisms, often as a metabolic byproduct. It is widely used as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances due to its versatility and reactivity. Indole derivatives are also critical in biological systems and are found in natural products like tryptophan and auxins.

 

Technical Data of Indole

Property	Value
Chemical Formula	C8H7N
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
CAS Number	120-72-9
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid
Odor	Distinct, unpleasant odor
Melting Point	51–54°C
Boiling Point	253–254°C
Density	1.22 g/cm³ (at 25°C)
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (ethanol, chloroform, benzene); slightly soluble in water
Refractive Index	1.586 (at 20°C)
Flash Point	121°C (closed cup)
Stability	Stable under normal conditions; sensitive to light and air

 

Features of Indole

• Heterocyclic Structure: The fused benzene and pyrrole rings make indole a versatile precursor in organic synthesis.
• Natural Occurrence: Found in plant hormones (auxins), amino acids (tryptophan), and microbial metabolites.
• Reactivity: Can undergo electrophilic substitution, oxidation, and other functionalization reactions.
• Biological Relevance: A core structure in numerous bioactive molecules, including pharmaceutical drugs.
• Aromaticity: Provides unique chemical properties and stability in aromatic compounds.

 

Applications of Indole

1. Pharmaceuticals:

   • Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of medicine such as serotonin, melatonin, and indomethacin.
   • Serves as a scaffold in the development of anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial agents.

2. Agrochemicals:

   • Plays a role in the production of plant growth regulators like auxins (e.g., indole-3-acetic acid).
   • Utilized in the synthesis of pesticides and herbicides.

3. Fragrances and Flavors:

   • Used in perfumery for its musky and floral notes when diluted.
   • Acts as a flavoring agent in small concentrations.

4. Biological Research:

   • Employed in studies of tryptophan metabolism and microbial biosynthesis pathways.
   • Used as a probe in biochemical assays and drug design.

5. Dye and Pigment Synthesis:

   • Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of indigo dye and other pigments.

6. Material Science:

   • Utilized in the development of indole-based polymers and functional materials.

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