Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoate (CAS: 5548-09-4)?
Answer
Methyl 3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoate is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 174.26 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is reactive towards nucleophiles and can undergo condensation reactions. It is stable under normal conditions but should be stored away from strong oxidizers and heat sources.
About
CAS No
5548-09-4
English Name
Methyl 3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoate
Molecular Formula
C12H13NO2
Molecular Weight
203.24 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)CCC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C21
InChIKey
BAYIDMGOQRXHBC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-26 02:37
