(5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol
Also known as: 5-Bromo-2-(hydroxymethyl)indole, 5-Bromo-1H-indole-2-methanol, 1H-Indole-2-methanol, 5-bromo-, 5-Bromo-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-indole, (5-bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol
(5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol (CAS 53590-48-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8BrNO and a molecular weight of 226.070 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 104-108ºC, a boiling point of 415.5±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 205.1±24.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 53590-48-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-28220-2
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8BrNO
- Molecular Weight
- 226.070 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 104-108ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 415.5±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 205.1±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 224.978912 |
| PSA | 36.02000 |
| LogP | 1.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.731 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933990090. 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 (5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol?
The CAS number of (5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol is 53590-48-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol?
(5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol has molecular formula C9H8BrNO and molecular weight 226.070 g/mol.
Is (5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol hazardous?
(5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol?
For (5-Bromo-1H-indol-2-yl)methanol, Upstream Products: Ethyl 5-bromo-1H-indole-2-carboxylate, 5-bromo-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid; Downstream Products: 5-bromo-1H-indole-2-carbaldehyde.
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