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City Chemical 2,5-Dimethylindole

2,5-Dimethylindole is a kind of carbazole-system derived indole compound, which is useful in the manufacturing of perfume. It is also a valuable chemical intermediate. Used in detection devices.

Chemical Name: 2,5-Dimethylindole

Chemical Family: Aromatics, Indoles

CAS Number: 1196-79-8

Grade: Laboratory Grade

Purity (Assay): 99.0 - 99.0 %

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    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Family
    Chemical Name
    Base Chemicals Functions
    CAS No.
    1196-79-8
    Formula
    C­ 10 H 11 N
    EC No.
    214-816-1

    Applications & Uses

    Uses

    It is usually used as reactant in the following reaction: stereoselective synthesis of indolines via palladium-catalyzed asymmetric hydrogenation of unprotected indoles; stereoselective preparation of substituted indoles via rhodium-catalyzed enantioselective coupling reaction of indoles with diazo compounds; enantioselective synthesis of fluorene derivatives via Friedel-Crafts reactions; preparation of bis-indolyldihydroxybenzoquinones by addition indoles to dichlorobenzoquinone promoted by Bronsted acid; Reaction with hydroxypyrazolines.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    Light-brown crystalline
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    SKUD3278--
    Property98.0%-
    Purity99+%-
    Molecular Weight145.21--
    Melting Point112 - 113 (234 - 235)°C (°F)-

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Safety & Health

    Precautions for Safe Handling

    Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
    Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type

    Storage & Handling

    Storage and Handling

    Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

    • Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.