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Methyl indole-4-carboxylate

Also known as: 1H-Indole-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)-1H-indole, 4-Indole-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 4-Methoxycarbonylindole, Indole-4-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester, METHYL-1H-INDOLE-4-CARBOXYLATE, Methyl 1H-indole-4-carboxylate, MFCD00191222

Methyl indole-4-carboxylate (CAS 39830-66-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 175.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 68-71 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 331.7±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 154.4±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
39830-66-5
Jingsj CID
J-19114-0
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight
175.184 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point68-71 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point331.7±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point154.4±20.4 °C
Exact Mass175.063324
PSA42.09000
LogP2.12
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.639

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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 indole-4-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Methyl indole-4-carboxylate is 39830-66-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl indole-4-carboxylate?

Methyl indole-4-carboxylate has molecular formula C10H9NO2 and molecular weight 175.184 g/mol.

Is Methyl indole-4-carboxylate hazardous?

Methyl indole-4-carboxylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl indole-4-carboxylate?

For Methyl indole-4-carboxylate, Upstream Products: Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate, N,N-Dimethylformamide dimethyl acetal, Methyl 2-bromo-3-nitrobenzoate; Downstream Products: 4-(2-Nitrovinyl)indole, Methyl 3-formyl-1H-indazole-4-carboxylate, methyl 2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indole-4-carboxylate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl indole-4-carboxylate (CAS 39830-66-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-19114-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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