CAS 5157-45-9

1H-Indole-3-acetic acid, 4-nitrophenyl ester

Description:

1H-Indole-3-acetic acid, 4-nitrophenyl ester, with the CAS number 5157-45-9, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of indole derivatives. It features an indole ring structure, which is a bicyclic compound consisting of a six-membered benzene ring fused to a five-membered nitrogen-containing pyrrole ring. The presence of the 4-nitrophenyl ester group indicates that the compound has a nitro group (-NO2) attached to a phenyl ring, which can influence its reactivity and solubility. This compound is often studied for its potential applications in plant growth regulation, as indole-3-acetic acid is a well-known auxin, a class of plant hormones that regulate various aspects of plant growth and development. The esterification of the carboxylic acid group in indole-3-acetic acid can modify its biological activity and stability. Additionally, the nitro group may impart specific electronic properties, making it of interest in various chemical and biological research contexts.

Formula: C₁₆H₁₂N₂O₄

4-Nitrophenyl 1H-Indole-3-acetic Acid Ester

Controlled Product

CAS: 5157-45-9

Applications 4-Nitrophenyl 1H-Indole-3-acetic Acid Ester is an intermediate used in the synthesis of Indole-3-acetyl-L-aspartic Acid (I577370), which is an indole-3-acetyl-amino acid conjugate involved in regulatory mechanisms for the control of auxin activity during physiological and pathophysiological responses.
References Ostrowski, M., et al.: J Plant Physiol, 191, 63-72 (2016)

Formula: C₁₆H₁₂N₂O₄

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 296.277

Ref: TR-N496640