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1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid

Also known as: Indole-3-carboxylic acid, 3-Indolecarboxylic acid, 3-Indoleformic acid, 3-Indolylcarboxylic acid, MFCD00005624, EINECS 212-231-6, Indole-3-carboxylic acid (8CI), I3CA

1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 771-50-6) 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 232-234 °C (dec.)(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.
771-50-6
Jingsj CID
J-8844-8
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight
161.157 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point232-234 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point419.6±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point207.6±21.2 °C
Exact Mass161.047684
PSA53.09000
LogP1.99
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.726

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Byrd DJ, et al. The analysis of indolic tryptophan metabolites in human urine. Thin-layer chromatography and in situ quantitation. J Chromatogr. 1974 Jul 17;94(0):85-106. [2]. HARTMANN F, et al. [Indolepatterns in the urine of liver patients]. Klin Wochenschr. 1962 Jul 15;40:721-9.

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 1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid is 771-50-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid?

1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.157 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid?

For 1H-Indole-3-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Indole, Carbon dioxide, 3-Cyanoindole; Downstream Products: 1-Methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylic acid, Methyl indole-3-carboxylate, Methyl 1-methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxylate.

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