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1-methylisatin

Also known as: 1-methylindole-2,3-dione, 1-methyl-2,3-indolinedione, N-methylisatin, N-methylindoline-2,3-dione, 1-methyl-1H-indole-2,3-dione, 1-methylindolin-2,3-dione, 1-methyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-indole-2,3-dione, N-methylindol-2,3-dione, OL-57, NSC 42449, 1H-Indole-2,3-dione, 1-methyl-

1-methylisatin (CAS 2058-74-4) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 161.157 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 130-133 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 294.3±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 137.4±15.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2058-74-4
Jingsj CID
J-3826-6
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight
161.157 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point130-133 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point294.3±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point137.4±15.0 °C
Exact Mass161.047684
PSA37.38000
LogP0.58
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.607

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargethiCE:38.2 μM (Ki) hCE1:5.38 μM (Ki)
Additional Information[1]. Hyatt JL, et al. Selective inhibition of carboxylesterases by isatins, indole-2,3-diones. J Med Chem. 2007 Apr 19;50(8):1876-85. [2]. Mandal P, et al. Fluorescence spectroscopic characterization of the interaction of human adult hemoglobin and two isatins, 1-methylisatin and 1-phenylisatin: a comparative study. J Phys Chem B. 2009 Nov 12;113(45):14904-13.

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 1-methylisatin?

The CAS number of 1-methylisatin is 2058-74-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-methylisatin?

1-methylisatin has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.157 g/mol.

Is 1-methylisatin hazardous?

1-methylisatin has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-methylisatin?

For 1-methylisatin, Upstream Products: 1-Methylindole, isatin, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: 1-Methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid, Allyl phenyl ether, Benzyl phenyl ether.

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