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6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 6-Hydroxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid, 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 6-hydroxy-, 6-Hydroxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid

6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 40047-23-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 177.157 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 511.4±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 263.1±24.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
40047-23-2
Jingsj CID
J-1517324-7
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight
177.157 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point511.4±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point263.1±24.6 °C
Exact Mass177.042587
PSA73.32000
LogP1.57
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.780
Storage Conditions2-8°C

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 6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid is 40047-23-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid?

6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C9H7NO3 and molecular weight 177.157 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid?

For 6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Methyl 6-methoxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylate, 6-Methoxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid, 6-(Benzyloxy)-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 6-hydroxy-1H-indole-2-carboxylate, 6-Hydroxyindole.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "6-Hydroxyindole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 40047-23-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1517324-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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