1H-indole-5-carbonitrile, CAS No. 15861-24-2

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15861-24-2

Catalog No. EBD2203627

CAS 15861-24-2

Name 1H-indole-5-carbonitrile

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 5-Cyanoindole Indole-5-carbonitrile 1H-indole-5-carbonitrile 5-ci 5-cyanoindolecas 5-cyano-1h-indole indolecarbonitrile 5-indolecarbonitrile indole-5-carnonitrile

Molecular Formula: C9H6N2

Molecular Weight: 142.16

MDL Number: MFCD00005669

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Pharmaceutical Intermediates > Heterocyclic Intermediates Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Cyano Compounds

Product Description:

5-Cyanoindole is an important heterocyclic aromatic compound featuring an indole scaffold substituted with a cyano group at the 5-position. It serves as a versatile and valuable building block in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmacologically active molecules. The cyano group can be readily transformed into other functional groups such as carboxylic acids, amides, or tetrazoles, enabling the construction of diverse compound libraries. It is notably used in the research and development of serotonin receptor ligands and other central nervous system (CNS) targeting agents. As a fundamental synthetic precursor, 5-cyanoindole is widely utilized in academic and industrial research for constructing complex indole-based structures. Its availability and reactivity make it a common starting material for synthesizing novel chemical entities in drug discovery programs.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 106-108 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 350 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 121.9 °C

Density: 1.24 g/cm3

Storage: 0-6°C

Analytical Data

Appearance: off-white crystalline powder