Compound Q&A
How is 1,2-Dimethyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde (CAS: 38292-40-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,2-Dimethyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde can be synthesized via the condensation of indole-3-carboxaldehyde with dimethylamine. Commonly, this is achieved through a simple one-pot reaction under mild conditions, yielding good to excellent selectivity and moderate to high yield. Suitable solvents like ethanol or acetic acid are often used.
About
CAS No
38292-40-9
English Name
1,2-Dimethyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C11H11NO
Molecular Weight
173.21 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C2=CC=CC=C2N1C)C=O
InChIKey
HYGUWHAXRMPCCP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 06:49
