Indole-3-carboxaldehyde
Also known as: 1H-Indole-3-carbaldehyde, 1H-Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 3-Formylindole, 3-Indolealdehyde, 3-Indolecarboxaldehyde, Indole-3-aldehyde, Indole-3-carbaldehyde
Indole-3-carboxaldehyde (CAS 487-89-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7NO and a molecular weight of 145.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 193-198 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 339.1±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.8±27.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 487-89-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-11949-3
- Molecular Formula
- C9H7NO
- Molecular Weight
- 145.158 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 193-198 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 339.1±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 166.8±27.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 145.052765 |
| PSA | 32.86000 |
| LogP | 1.68 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.729 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Robert E. Stutz, et al. Enzymatic Formation of Indole-3-Carboxaldehyde from Indole-3-Acetic Acid. Plant Physiol. 1958 May; 33(3): 207–212. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2942000000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Indole-3-carboxaldehyde?
The CAS number of Indole-3-carboxaldehyde is 487-89-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Indole-3-carboxaldehyde?
Indole-3-carboxaldehyde has molecular formula C9H7NO and molecular weight 145.158 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Indole-3-carboxaldehyde?
For Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, Upstream Products: Indole, Indole-3-carbinol, 1-[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde; Downstream Products: 1-Ethyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde, 5-METHOXY-1-METHYLINDOLE-3-CARBOXALDEHYDE, tert-Butyl 3-formyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Indole-3-carboxaldehyde (CAS 487-89-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-11949-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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