Methyl indole-5-carboxylate
Also known as: 1H-Indole-5-carboxylic acid methyl ester, Indole-5-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester, Indole-5-carboxylic acid, methyl ester, Methyl 1H-indole-5-carboxylate, 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)indole, MFCD00153023
Methyl indole-5-carboxylate (CAS 1011-65-0) 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 126-128 °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.
- 1011-65-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-40536-7
- Molecular Formula
- C10H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 175.184 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 126-128 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 331.7±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 154.4±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 175.063324 |
| PSA | 42.09000 |
| LogP | 2.58 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.639 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 Methyl indole-5-carboxylate?
The CAS number of Methyl indole-5-carboxylate is 1011-65-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl indole-5-carboxylate?
Methyl indole-5-carboxylate has molecular formula C10H9NO2 and molecular weight 175.184 g/mol.
Is Methyl indole-5-carboxylate hazardous?
Methyl indole-5-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-5-carboxylate?
For Methyl indole-5-carboxylate, Upstream Products: Indole-5-carboxylic acid, Dimethyl sulfate, iodomethane; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-bromo-1H-indole-5-carboxylate, Methyl 3-formyl-1H-indole-5-carboxylate, Methyl 2,3-dioxoindoline-5-carboxylate.
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