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Indole-4-carboxaldehyde (4-Formylindole)
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Indole-4-carboxaldehyde (4-Formylindole) is a heterocyclic organic compound used in pharmaceutical synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of dyes and agrochemicals. It appears as a yellow crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C9H7NO and a molecular weight of 145.16 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperature and should be handled with care due to its warning signal word. Molekula supplies Indole-4-carboxaldehyde (4-Formylindole) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — £93.30 per pack ex VAT · £111.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 61265833 |
| CAS Number | 1074-86-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 1H-indole-4-carbaldehyde |
| Molecular Formula | C9H7NO |
| Molecular Weight | 145.16 |
| Exact Mass | 145.0528 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=C2C=CNC2=C1)C=O |
| InChIKey | JFDDFGLNZWNJTK-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H7NO/c11-6-7-2-1-3-9-8(7)4-5-10-9/h1-6,10H |
| PubChem CID | 333703 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.99.8290 |
| Tariff Code | 2933998090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1H-indol-4-carbaldehyde
- 1H-Indole-4-carbaldehyde
- 1H-Indole-4-carboxaldehyde
- 4-Formyl-1H-indole
- 4-Formylindole
- 4-Indole-carboxaldehyde
- 4-Indolecarbaldehyde
- indole-4-carbaldehyde
- Indole-4-carboxaldehyde
- JFDDFGLNZWNJTK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is Indole-4-carboxaldehyde used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and organic compounds, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and dyes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Indole-4-carboxaldehyde?
The formula is C9H7NO with a molecular weight of 145.16 g/mol.
How should Indole-4-carboxaldehyde be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for Indole-4-carboxaldehyde?
It is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply Indole-4-carboxaldehyde in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Indole-4-carboxaldehyde in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of Indole-4-carboxaldehyde?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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