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Indole-3-pyruvic acid

SKU 60065971 CAS 392-12-1 C11H9NO3 MW 203.19 Available on enquiry

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Indole-3-pyruvic acid is a key intermediate in tryptophan metabolism and a precursor in the synthesis of auxin, a plant hormone critical for growth regulation. It is also used in biochemical research for studying metabolic pathways and as a building block in organic synthesis. This chemical has a CAS number of 392-12-1, with the molecular formula C11H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 203.19. It requires storage at -15 to -20°C and carries a signal word of Warning for handling. Molekula supplies Indole-3-pyruvic acid 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
60065971
CAS Number
392-12-1
IUPAC Name
3-(1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxopropanoic acid
EC Number
206-874-1
Molecular Formula
C11H9NO3
Molecular Weight
203.19
Exact Mass
203.0582
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CN2)CC(=O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
RSTKLPZEZYGQPY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H9NO3/c13-10(11(14)15)5-7-6-12-9-4-2-1-3-8(7)9/h1-4,6,12H,5H2,(H,14,15)
PubChem CID
803

Synonyms

  • 1H-Indole-3-propanoic acid, alpha-oxo-
  • 3-(1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxidanylidene-propanoic acid
  • 3-(1H-Indol-3-yl)-2-oxopropanoic acid
  • 3-(indol-3-yl)pyruvic acid
  • 3-Indolylpyruvic acid
  • alpha-Oxo-1H-indole-3-propanoic acid
  • indol-3-yl pyruvic acid
  • Indole-3-pyruvate
  • indolepyruvate
  • Indolepyruvic acid

Frequently asked questions

What is Indole-3-pyruvic acid commonly used for?

Indole-3-pyruvic acid is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of auxin-like plant hormones, such as indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), and in biochemical research for studying metabolic pathways.

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

The chemical formula is **C₁₁H₉NO₃**, and the molecular weight is **203.19 g/mol**.

How should Indole-3-pyruvic acid be stored?

Store at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability; avoid exposure to light and moisture.

What purity grades are available for Indole-3-pyruvic acid?

Molekula supplies **analytical grade** and **biochemical grade** purity for this product.

Can Molekula supply Indole-3-pyruvic acid in bulk quantities?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—contact our sales team for custom packaging options.

What documentation comes with an order of Indole-3-pyruvic acid?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.

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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.

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