5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid

Name: 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050115

About 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid

Listed under CAS 10242-01-0, 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid is a process intermediate or related compound of Ascorbic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C10H9NO3, it has a molar mass of 191.18 g/mol. Common synonyms include 5-Methoxyindole-3-carboxylic acid and 5-methoxy-3-indolecarboxylic acid.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Ascorbic acid, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Ascorbic acid

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Ascorbic acid.

Ascorbic acid impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-050115
CAS Number	10242-01-0
IUPAC name	5-methoxy-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₉NO₃
Molecular weight	191.18 g/mol
Exact mass	191.0582
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	RVVSEZGJCOAUED-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC2=C(C=C1)NC=C2C(=O)O
PubChem CID	259191

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	62.3 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, 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 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid is 10242-01-0. It is also known as 5-Methoxyindole-3-carboxylic acid, 5-methoxy-3-indolecarboxylic acid, 5-methoxy-3-carboxyindole.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid?

5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid has the molecular formula C10H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 191.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-methoxy-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid.

What is 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid used for?

5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Ascorbic acid. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid can I order?

We supply 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid 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 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Methoxy 1H indole-3-carboxylic acid 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.