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(3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid

Also known as: L-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydronorharman-3-carboxylic acid, (S)-(-)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid, (3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-beta-carboline-3-carboxylic acid, TNCA, H-TPI-OH, H-THNH(3)-OH, L-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid, L-2,3,4-Tetrahydro-beta-carboline-3-carboxylic acid, L-Tryptoline-3-carboxylic acid, Lycoperodine 1, MFCD00272641

(3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 42438-90-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H12N2O2 and a molecular weight of 216.236 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 289 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 485.0±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 247.1±28.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42438-90-4
Jingsj CID
J-17043-4
Molecular Formula
C12H12N2O2
Molecular Weight
216.236 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point289 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point485.0±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point247.1±28.7 °C
Exact Mass216.089874
PSA65.12000
LogP0.78
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.692

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 (3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of (3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid is 42438-90-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid?

(3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C12H12N2O2 and molecular weight 216.236 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid?

For (3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, L-Tryptophan; Downstream Products: Norharmane, (S)-2-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-2,3,4,9-tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid, Methyl β-carboline-3-carboxylate.

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