What are the physical and chemical properties of 7-Chloro-1H-indole (CAS: 53924-05-3)?

7-Chloro-1H-indole is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 165.01 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents such as methanol and dichloromethane. The compound is moderately reactive, particularly in the presence of nucleophiles, and can undergo substitution reactions. It is stable under normal storage conditions but should be protected from moisture and light.