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CAS 24610-33-1

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7-methoxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid

Description:
7-Methoxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid, with the CAS number 24610-33-1, is an organic compound that belongs to the indole family, characterized by a fused bicyclic structure containing a benzene ring and a pyrrole ring. This compound features a methoxy group (-OCH3) at the 7-position and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH) at the 2-position of the indole structure. It is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in polar solvents such as water and alcohols, owing to the presence of the carboxylic acid functional group. The methoxy group enhances its lipophilicity and may influence its biological activity. This compound is of interest in various fields, including medicinal chemistry and biochemistry, due to its potential pharmacological properties. It may exhibit activities such as anti-inflammatory or antioxidant effects, although specific biological data would depend on experimental studies. As with many indole derivatives, it may also serve as a precursor for the synthesis of more complex molecules in organic synthesis.
Formula:C10H9NO3
InChI:InChI=1/C10H9NO3/c1-14-8-4-2-3-6-5-7(10(12)13)11-9(6)8/h2-5,11H,1H3,(H,12,13)
InChI key:YEBJVSLNUMZXRJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:COc1cccc2cc(C(=O)O)[nH]c12
Synonyms:
  • 1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid, 7-methoxy-
  • 7-Methoxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid
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