4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one

Name: 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051213

About 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one

Listed under CAS 5541-89-9, 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one is an indole derivative available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C12H13NO and its molecular weight is 187.24 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Butanone, 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)- or 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)-2-butanone.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one
Catalogue No.	VQ-051213
CAS Number	5541-89-9
IUPAC name	4-(1H-indol-3-yl)butan-2-one
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₃NO
Molecular weight	187.24 g/mol
Exact mass	187.0997
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	ZJCUUXGLZWBCIL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)CCC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C21
PubChem CID	246918

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	32.9 Å²
Synonyms	2-Butanone, 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)-, 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)-2-butanone, 4-indol-3-ylbutan-2-one, 9BF, 2-Butanone,4-(1H-indol-3-yl)-, 1-(Indol-3-yl)butan-3-one, 3-(3-oxobutyl)-indole, 4-(3-Indolyl)-2-butanone, 1-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-3-one, 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)butan-2-one [M+H]+

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one is 5541-89-9. It is also known as 2-Butanone, 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)-, 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)-2-butanone, 4-indol-3-ylbutan-2-one.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one?

4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one has the molecular formula C12H13NO and a molecular weight of 187.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-(1H-indol-3-yl)butan-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one can I order?

We supply 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one?

Yes. Every lot of 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-(1H-Indol-3-yl)butan-2-one is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.