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Indole-3-acetamide

SKU 19422574 CAS 879-37-8 C10H10N2O MW 174.20 Available on enquiry

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Indole-3-acetamide is a plant growth regulator and auxin precursor used in agricultural and horticultural research to promote root development, cell division, and overall plant growth. It is also studied for its potential roles in biochemical pathways and synthetic biology applications. This chemical has a CAS number of 879-37-8, with a molecular formula of C10H10N2O and a molecular weight of 174.20 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Indole-3-acetamide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 19422574
CAS Number: 879-37-8
IUPAC Name: 2-(1H-indol-3-yl)acetamide
EC Number: 212-904-4
Molecular Formula: C10H10N2O
Molecular Weight: 174.20
Exact Mass: 174.0793
SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CN2)CC(=O)N
InChIKey: ZOAMBXDOGPRZLP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C10H10N2O/c11-10(13)5-7-6-12-9-4-2-1-3-8(7)9/h1-4,6,12H,5H2,(H2,11,13)
PubChem CID: 397

Synonyms

(indol-3-yl)acetamide
1-Indole-3-acetamide
1H-Indol-3-ylacetamide
1H-Indole-3-acetamide
2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)acetamide
2-(3-Indolyl)acetamide
3-Indoleacetamide
3-Indolylacetamide
Indole-3-acetamide (6CI,8CI)
Indoleacetamide

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 150 - 151 °C

Source: PubChem CID 397 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is Indole-3-acetamide used for?

Indole-3-acetamide is commonly used as a precursor in the synthesis of indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), a natural plant hormone, and in biochemical research for studying plant growth regulation.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Indole-3-acetamide?

The chemical formula is **C10H10N2O**, and the molecular weight is **174.20 g/mol**.

How should Indole-3-acetamide be stored?

Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

What grades of Indole-3-acetamide does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies **analytical standard grade** (high purity) for research and development applications.

Can Molekula supply Indole-3-acetamide in bulk quantities?

Yes, we can provide bulk quantities upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of Indole-3-acetamide?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.