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1-METHYL-1H-INDOLE-5-CARBOXYLIC ACID (cas: 186129-25-9)// Indole compounds

December 16, 2025
Product Name 1-METHYL-1H-INDOLE-5-CARBOXYLIC ACID
Synonyms 5-Carboxy-1-methyl-1H-indole;1-METHYLINDOLE-5-CARBOXYLIC ACID;1-METHYL-1H-INDOLE-5-CARBOXYLIC ACID;1-Methyl-5-indolecarboxylic Acid;1H-Indole-5-carboxylic acid, 1-methyl-;1-Methyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylicacid97%;1-Methyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylic acid 97%
CAS NO 186129-25-9
Purity 96%
Appearance White to light yellow Solid
MF C10H9NO2
MW 175.18
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1-Methyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylic acid (CAS: 186129-25-9) is an important indole-based intermediate widely used in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development. It is generally not used as a final active ingredient but serves as a key building block in synthesis.

Functions and applications:

  • Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.

  • The N-1 methyl substitution improves molecular stability and lipophilicity, while the 5-carboxyl group enables further chemical transformations such as esterification, amidation, and coupling reactions, making it highly suitable for medicinal chemistry optimization.

  • Applied in the design and development of indole derivatives during lead discovery and structure–activity relationship (SAR) studies.

  • Used as a synthetic intermediate in agrochemical research, including insecticides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.

  • Employed in fine chemical synthesis and CRO/CDMO custom synthesis projects, as well as in the development of functional molecules and research compounds.

In summary, 1-methyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylic acid is a versatile and valuable indole building block for drug discovery, agrochemical development, and advanced chemical research.

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