Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 5-Methoxy-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid (CAS: 10242-01-0)?
Answer
5-Methoxy-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid (CAS: 10242-01-0) is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of indolic alkaloids and other medicinal compounds. It is also used in research for the study of indole derivatives and as an intermediate in the production of other organic compounds.
About
CAS No
10242-01-0
English Name
5-Methoxy-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO3
Molecular Weight
191.19 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC2=C(C=C1)NC=C2C(=O)O
InChIKey
RVVSEZGJCOAUED-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-15 15:53
