Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to 5-Nitro-1H-indole-3-carbonitrile (CAS: 7147-14-0) in synthesis?
Answer
Alternative reagents to 5-Nitro-1H-indole-3-carbonitrile (CAS: 7147-14-0) in synthesis include 1H-indole-3-carbonitrile and its derivatives. These alternatives can be used to avoid the use of 5-nitro substituent, which may be toxic or difficult to handle. Other strategies include the use of protected indoles or the incorporation of functional groups through sequential reactions to achieve the desired structure.
About
CAS No
7147-14-0
English Name
5-Nitro-1H-indole-3-carbonitrile
Molecular Formula
C9H5N3O2
Molecular Weight
17.03 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])C(=CN2)C#N
InChIKey
AKLPDARNWZLNPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-08 19:13
