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Indole-3-carbinol

Also known as: Indole-3-methanol, 3-Hydroxymethylindole, 3-Indolylmethanol, 3-Indolemethanol, (1H-Indol-3-yl)methanol, 1H-Indole-3-methanol, I3C

Indole-3-carbinol (CAS 700-06-1) 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 96-99 °C(lit.), 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 Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
700-06-1
Jingsj CID
J-14678-6
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO
Molecular Weight
147.174 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point96-99 °C(lit.)
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

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetNF-κB AhR
Additional Information[1]. Mohammadi S, et al. Indole-3-carbinol induces G1 cell cycle arrest and apoptosis through aryl hydrocarbon receptor in THP-1 monocytic cell line.J Recept Signal Transduct Res. 2017 Oct;37(5):506-514. [2]. Safa M, et al. Indole-3-carbinol suppresses NF-κB activity and stimulates the p53 pathway in pre-B acute lymphoblastic leukemia cells. Tumour Biol. 2015 May;36(5):3919-30.

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 Indole-3-carbinol?

The CAS number of Indole-3-carbinol is 700-06-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Indole-3-carbinol?

Indole-3-carbinol has molecular formula C9H9NO and molecular weight 147.174 g/mol.

Is Indole-3-carbinol hazardous?

Indole-3-carbinol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Indole-3-carbinol?

For Indole-3-carbinol, Upstream Products: Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, Dimethylamine, Indole; Downstream Products: Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 3-Cyanoindole, isatin.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Indole-3-carbinol (CAS 700-06-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-14678-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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