Skip to main content

1H-Indole-2-methanol

Also known as: (1H-indol-2-yl)methanol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1H-indole, 2-HYDROXYMETHYLINDOLE, indol-2-ylmethan-1-ol, NSC 165230, 1H-Indol-2-ylmethanol, indole-2-methanol

1H-Indole-2-methanol (CAS 24621-70-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO and a molecular weight of 147.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 72-78ºC, a boiling point of 360.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 171.9±20.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
24621-70-3
Jingsj CID
J-1126635-6
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO
Molecular Weight
147.174 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point72-78ºC
Boiling Point360.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point171.9±20.9 °C
Exact Mass147.068420
PSA36.02000
LogP0.96
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.705

GHS Safety & Compliance

CorrosionSignal word: Danger
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1H-Indole-2-methanol?

The CAS number of 1H-Indole-2-methanol is 24621-70-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1H-Indole-2-methanol?

1H-Indole-2-methanol has molecular formula C9H9NO and molecular weight 147.174 g/mol.

Is 1H-Indole-2-methanol hazardous?

1H-Indole-2-methanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1H-Indole-2-methanol?

For 1H-Indole-2-methanol, Upstream Products: Indole-2-carboxylic acid, Ethyl indole-2-carboxylate, Methyl 1H-indole-2-carboxylate; Downstream Products: Indole-2-acetic acid, 1H-Indole-2-carboxaldehyde, 1H-Indole-2-carboxaldehyde, 1-methyl-.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated:

How to cite: Jingsj. "1H-Indole-2-methanol (CAS 24621-70-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1126635-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.