Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-fluoro-2-methyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde (CAS: 815586-68-6)?
Answer
5-fluoro-2-methyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 212.22 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. This compound is reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles and reducing agents. It has a melting point of around 180-182°C and shows good reactivity in various chemical transformations.
About
CAS No
815586-68-6
English Name
5-fluoro-2-methyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C10H8FNO
Molecular Weight
177.18 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C2=C(N1)C=CC(=C2)F)C=O
InChIKey
FISQQNGEDJOACY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-05 02:11
