Molekula
5-Fluoroindole
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5-Fluoroindole is a fluorinated heterocyclic compound used in pharmaceutical research and the synthesis of bioactive molecules. It serves as an intermediate in the development of medicinal compounds and agrochemicals. Available with a purity of ≥98%, it has a molecular formula of C8H6FN, a molecular weight of 135.14 g/mol, and is stable at ambient temperature. Stored under standard conditions, it carries a warning signal word due to potential hazards. Molekula supplies 5-Fluoroindole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white to light brown solid |
| Assay | ≥97.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 110 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 23113154 |
| CAS Number | 399-52-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 5-fluoro-1H-indole |
| EC Number | 206-917-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H6FN |
| Molecular Weight | 135.14 |
| Exact Mass | 135.0484 |
| SMILES | C1=CC2=C(C=CN2)C=C1F |
| InChIKey | ODFFPRGJZRXNHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H6FN/c9-7-1-2-8-6(5-7)3-4-10-8/h1-5,10H |
| PubChem CID | 67861 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2933.99.8090 |
| Tariff Code | 2933998090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1H-Indole, 5-fluoro-
- 3fuf
- 5-Fluoro-1H-indole
- 5-Fluoro-1H-indole; 5-fluoroindole; NSC 88613;
- 5-fluoroindol
- Indole, 5-fluoro-
Frequently asked questions
What is 5-Fluoroindole commonly used for?
5-Fluoroindole is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fluorescent dyes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 5-Fluoroindole?
The chemical formula is **C₈H₆FN**, and the molecular weight is **135.14 g/mol**.
How should 5-Fluoroindole be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What grades of 5-Fluoroindole does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **high-purity analytical and synthetic-grade 5-Fluoroindole**, suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply 5-Fluoroindole in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide **bulk quantities** of 5-Fluoroindole upon request, with flexible packaging options.
What documentation comes with an order of 5-Fluoroindole?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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