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trans-Indole-3-acrylic acid

SKU 25169601 CAS 29953-71-7 C11H9NO2 MW 187.19 Available on enquiry

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trans-Indole-3-acrylic acid is a synthetic organic compound used in pharmaceutical research and the synthesis of bioactive molecules. It serves as an intermediate in the development of drug candidates and fluorescent probes. It is also used as a matrix compound for MALDI mass spectrometry of synthetic polymers, and as an indole building block for organic synthesis. Available with CAS number 29953-71-7, its molecular formula is C11H9NO2 and molecular weight is 187.19 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it carries a warning signal word due to potential hazards. Molekula supplies trans-Indole-3-acrylic 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
25169601
CAS Number
29953-71-7
IUPAC Name
(E)-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)prop-2-enoic acid
EC Number
214-872-7
Molecular Formula
C11H9NO2
Molecular Weight
187.19
Exact Mass
187.0633
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CN2)/C=C/C(=O)O
InChIKey
PLVPPLCLBIEYEA-AATRIKPKSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H9NO2/c13-11(14)6-5-8-7-12-10-4-2-1-3-9(8)10/h1-7,12H,(H,13,14)/b6-5+
PubChem CID
5375048

Synonyms

  • (2E)-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)prop-2-enoic acid
  • (E)-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)prop-2-enoic acid
  • 3-(1H-Indol-3-yl)acrylic acid
  • 3-(3-Indolyl)acrylic acid
  • 3-Indoleacrylic acid
  • 3-Indolylacrylic acid
  • INDOLE-3-ACRYLIC ACID
  • Indole-3beta-acrylic acid
  • trans-3-(1H-Indol-3-yl)acrylic acid
  • trans-3-Indoleacrylic acid

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point
180 - 186 °C

Source: PubChem CID 5375048 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is trans-Indole-3-acrylic acid used for?

It is primarily used as a synthetic intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds, particularly in research related to indole-based molecules.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is C11H9NO2 with a molecular weight of 187.19 g/mol.

How should trans-Indole-3-acrylic acid be stored?

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

What grade is available?

Available in research grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply trans-Indole-3-acrylic acid in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

Related products

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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