4-Hydroxyindole, CAS No. 2380-94-1

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2380-94-1

Catalog No. EBD2199164

CAS 2380-94-1

Name 4-Hydroxyindole

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 1H-INDOL-4-OL 1H-INDOLE-4-OL 4-HYDROXY-1H-INDOLE INDOL-4-OL 4-HydroxyIndole(4-Indolol) 4-Hydroxxyindole 1,5-dihydro-4H-indol-4-one 4-hydroxy-indol 4-hydroxyindole 4-Hydroxylndole

Molecular Formula: C8H7NO

Molecular Weight: 133.15

MDL Number: MFCD00005667

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Phenols and Ethers

Product Description:

4-Hydroxyindole is a heterocyclic compound featuring an indole core with a hydroxyl group at the 4-position. It appears as a crystalline solid and serves as a key building block in organic synthesis. Its primary application is as a versatile intermediate in pharmaceutical research and development. The 4-hydroxyindole scaffold is crucial for synthesizing various biologically active molecules, including serotonin receptor ligands, melatonin analogs, and other central nervous system (CNS) agents. It is also employed in the preparation of certain agrochemicals and dyes. As a synthetic building block, it is widely used in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic structures. Its reactivity allows for further functionalization, making it valuable for library synthesis and drug discovery programs.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 97-99 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 343.2 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 161.4 °C

Density: 1.327 g/cm3

Solubility: slightly soluble

Storage: 0-6°C

Analytical Data

Appearance: off-white cyrstalline solid