5-Methylindole
Also known as: 1H-Indole, 5-methyl-, 5-Methylindol, 5-Methyl-1H-indole, MFCD00005680, EINECS 210-400-9, NSC 522562
5-Methylindole (CAS 614-96-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9N and a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 60-62 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 269.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 114.7±11.3 °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.
- 614-96-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-898640-1
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9N
- Molecular Weight
- 131.17 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 60-62 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 269.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 114.7±11.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 131.073502 |
| PSA | 15.79000 |
| LogP | 2.60 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.655 |
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 5-Methylindole?
The CAS number of 5-Methylindole is 614-96-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methylindole?
5-Methylindole has molecular formula C9H9N and molecular weight 131.17 g/mol.
Is 5-Methylindole hazardous?
5-Methylindole 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 5-Methylindole?
For 5-Methylindole, Upstream Products: 2-Ethynyl-4-methylaniline, 5-methyl-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde, Triethanolamine hydrochloride; Downstream Products: 5-Methylindolin-2-one, 1-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-5-methyl-1H-indol-2-ylboronic acid, 6-Methyl-2H-3,1-benzoxazine-2,4(1H)-dione.
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