3-Methyl indole, 98%

Name: 3-Methyl indole, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012021

About 3-Methyl indole, 98%

3-Methyl indole is an indole derivative in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 83-34-1 with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C9H9N, corresponding to a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-methyl-1H-indole. Alternative names: Skatole and 3-Methylindole.

In its supplied form it is a pale yellow solid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 92-97 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for molecular biology workflows, fluorescent labelling, paints, coatings and inks and cosmetics and personal care. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and cosmetics and personal care.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methyl indole in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Molecular biology workflows
Fluorescent labelling
Paints, coatings & inks
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Methyl indole, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-012021
CAS Number	83-34-1
IUPAC name	3-methyl-1H-indole
Molecular formula	C₉H₉N
Molecular weight	131.17 g/mol
Exact mass	131.0735
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	ZFRKQXVRDFCRJG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C12
PubChem CID	6736

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Pale yellow solid
Melting point	92-97 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 0
TPSA	15.8 Å²
Synonyms	Skatole, 3-Methylindole, 1H-Indole, 3-methyl-, Skatol, Indole, 3-methyl-, beta-Methylindole, 3-methyl-indole, 3 Methylindole, 3-MI, 3-Methyl-4,5-benzopyrrole, .beta.-Methylindole, Skatole, >=98%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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 3-Methyl indole, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methyl indole, 98% is 83-34-1. It is also known as Skatole, 3-Methylindole, 1H-Indole, 3-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl indole, 98%?

3-Methyl indole, 98% has the molecular formula C9H9N and a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methyl-1H-indole.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methyl indole, 98% can I order?

We supply 3-Methyl indole, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Methyl indole, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Methyl indole, 98% 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 3-Methyl indole, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Methyl indole, 98% 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.