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Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate

Also known as: Methyl 5-methoxyindole-2-acetate, 1H-Indole-2-acetic acid, 5-methoxy-, methyl ester, 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetic acid methyl ester, Methyl [(5-methoxy)indol-2-yl]acetate, methyl (5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate, Methyl-5-methoxyindole-2-acetate

Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate (CAS 27798-66-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H13NO3 and a molecular weight of 219.23700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 379.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.226g/cm3 and a flash point of 183.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
27798-66-9
Jingsj CID
J-1440199-1
Molecular Formula
C12H13NO3
Molecular Weight
219.23700 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point379.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.226g/cm3
Flash Point183.4ºC
Exact Mass219.09000
PSA51.32000
LogP1.89200
Vapor Pressure5.76E-06mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.6

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 Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate is 27798-66-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate?

Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate has molecular formula C12H13NO3 and molecular weight 219.23700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate?

For Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate, Upstream Products: 3-Methyl-4-nitroanisole, 2-(5-Methoxy-2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 2-(5-methoxy-1H-indol-2-yl)acetate (CAS 27798-66-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1440199-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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