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3-((N,N-Dimethylamino)methyl)indole (Gramine)
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3-((N,N-Dimethylamino)methyl)indole, also known as Gramine, is a heterocyclic organic compound used in pharmaceutical research and synthetic chemistry. It serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules. Available with CAS number 87-52-5, its molecular formula is C11H14N2 and molecular weight is 174.24 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Gramine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 167 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 138 - 139 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 6890 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 82166971 |
| CAS Number | 87-52-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-(1H-indol-3-yl)-N,N-dimethylmethanamine |
| EC Number | 201-749-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H14N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 174.24 |
| Exact Mass | 174.1157 |
| SMILES | CN(C)CC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C21 |
| InChIKey | OCDGBSUVYYVKQZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H14N2/c1-13(2)8-9-7-12-11-6-4-3-5-10(9)11/h3-7,12H,8H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 6890 |
| UN Number | UN1759 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29397900 |
| Tariff Code | 2939799090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P307+311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-(1H-indol-3-yl)-N,N-dimethylmethanamine
- 1H-Indole-3-methanamine, N,N-dimethyl-
- 3-(Dimethylaminomethyl)indole
- 3-(N,N-Dimethylaminomethyl)indole
- beta-Dimethylaminomethylindole
- Donaxin
- Donaxine
- Gramin
- Gramine
- N,N-Dimethyl-1H-indole-3-methanamine
Frequently asked questions
What is 3-((N,N-Dimethylamino)methyl)indole (Gramine) used for?
It is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and dyes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Gramine?
The formula is C11H14N2 with a molecular weight of 174.24 g/mol.
How should Gramine be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and light.
What grade of Gramine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Gramine in research-grade purity.
Can Molekula supply Gramine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Gramine in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Gramine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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