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Indole-3-acetonitrile

SKU 31916067 CAS 771-51-7 C10H8N2 MW 156.18 Available on enquiry

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Indole-3-acetonitrile is a nitrogen-containing organic compound used in plant hormone research and as a precursor in synthetic chemistry. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. CAS: 771-51-7, Molecular Formula: C10H8N2, Molecular Weight: 156.18 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Indole-3-acetonitrile 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: 31916067
CAS Number: 771-51-7
IUPAC Name: 2-(1H-indol-3-yl)acetonitrile
EC Number: 212-232-1
Molecular Formula: C10H8N2
Molecular Weight: 156.18
Exact Mass: 156.0687
SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CN2)CC#N
InChIKey: DMCPFOBLJMLSNX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C10H8N2/c11-6-5-8-7-12-10-4-2-1-3-9(8)10/h1-4,7,12H,5H2
PubChem CID: 351795

Synonyms

(indol-3-yl)acetonitrile
1H-Indole-3-acetonitrile
2-(1H-indol-3-yl)acetonitrile
3-(Cyanomethyl)indole
3-Indoleacetonitrile
3-Indolylacetonitrile
Acetonitrile, 3-indolyl-
Indoleacetonitrile
Indolylacetonitril
Indolylacetonitrile

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 35 - 37 °C

Source: PubChem CID 351795 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is Indole-3-acetonitrile used for?

It is primarily used as a plant growth regulator and in the synthesis of indole alkaloids and pharmaceutical intermediates.

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

The formula is C10H8N2 with a molecular weight of 156.18 g/mol.

How should Indole-3-acetonitrile be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.

What grade is available for Indole-3-acetonitrile?

Available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.

Can Molekula supply Indole-3-acetonitrile in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.

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

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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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.