Indole-2-carboxylic acid
Also known as: 1H-Indole-2-carboxylic acid, 2-Carboxyindole, 2-Indolecarboxylic acid, NSC 16598, MFCD00005611, Indole-2-carboxylate, Indole-2-carboxylic acid (I2CA)
Indole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 1477-50-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates 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 202-206 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 419.6±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 207.6±21.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1477-50-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-38366-4
- Molecular Formula
- C9H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 161.157 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 202-206 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 419.6±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 207.6±21.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 161.047684 |
| PSA | 53.09000 |
| LogP | 2.31 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.726 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. 2-Indolecarboxylic acid. [2]. J E Huettner, et al. Indole-2-carboxylic Acid: A Competitive Antagonist of Potentiation by Glycine at the NMDA Receptor. Science. 1989 Mar 24;243(4898):1611-3. |
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 Indole-2-carboxylic acid?
The CAS number of Indole-2-carboxylic acid is 1477-50-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Indole-2-carboxylic acid?
Indole-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.157 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Indole-2-carboxylic acid?
For Indole-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl indole-2-carboxylate, 1H-Indole-2-carboxaldehyde, 2-Iodoaniline; Downstream Products: (2R)-1-acetyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid, 1H-Indole-2-carbohydrazide, Indole-2-acetic acid.
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