2-Methyl indole, 98%

Name: 2-Methyl indole, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012009

About 2-Methyl indole, 98%

Listed under CAS 95-20-5, 2-Methyl indole is an indole derivative available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade with a typical assay of 98%. Its molecular formula is C9H9N and its molecular weight is 131.17 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-methyl-1H-indole. Alternative names: 2-Methylindole and 1H-Indole, 2-methyl-.

It is supplied as white to light yellow to light orange powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 58-61 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include food and flavour applications and cosmetics and personal care. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Methyl indole in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Food & flavour applications
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methyl indole, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-012009
CAS Number	95-20-5
IUPAC name	2-methyl-1H-indole
Molecular formula	C₉H₉N
Molecular weight	131.17 g/mol
Exact mass	131.0735
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29339900
InChIKey	BHNHHSOHWZKFOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC2=CC=CC=C2N1
PubChem CID	7224

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to light yellow to light orange powder or crystals
Melting point	58-61 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 0
TPSA	15.8 Å²
Synonyms	2-Methylindole, 1H-Indole, 2-methyl-, Indole, 2-methyl-, 2-methylindol, a-methylindole, methyl indole, 2-methyl-indole, 2-methyl-1h-indol, 2-methyl-1-H-indole, 2-Methylindole, 98%, 2-Methylindole, analytical standard, KSC-09-215A

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P330, 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 2-Methyl indole, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methyl indole, 98% is 95-20-5. It is also known as 2-Methylindole, 1H-Indole, 2-methyl-, Indole, 2-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl indole, 98%?

2-Methyl indole, 98% has the molecular formula C9H9N and a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methyl-1H-indole.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methyl indole, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Methyl indole, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 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 2-Methyl indole, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-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 2-Methyl indole, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-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.