Compound Q&A
What is 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS: 1477-50-5)?
Answer
1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H7NO2. It is a heterocyclic carboxylic acid characterized by an indole ring system and a carboxyl group. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules.
About
CAS No
1477-50-5
English Name
1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight
161.16 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=C(N2)C(=O)O
InChIKey
HCUARRIEZVDMPT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
