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Norharmane

Also known as: 9H-Pyrido[3,4-b]indole, 2-Azacarbazole, 9H-β-Carboline, β-Carboline, Norharman, Carbazoline, Pyridoindole, 9H-Beta-carboline, 2,9-Diazafluorene

Norharmane (CAS 244-63-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H8N2 and a molecular weight of 168.195 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 219-221 ºC, a boiling point of 391.3±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 182.1±11.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
244-63-3
Jingsj CID
J-1013634-8
Molecular Formula
C11H8N2
Molecular Weight
168.195 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point219-221 ºC
Boiling Point391.3±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point182.1±11.7 °C
Exact Mass168.068741
PSA28.68000
LogP2.80
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.785

Activity & Biological Data

TargetMAO-A:3.34 μM (Ki) Human Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Herraiz T, et al. Human monoamine oxidase enzyme inhibition by coffee and beta-carbolines norharman and harman isolated from coffee. Life Sci. 2006 Jan 18;78(8):795-802. [2]. Lee HW, et al. Potent Selective Inhibition of Monoamine Oxidase A by Alternariol Monomethyl Ether Isolated from Alternaria brassicae . J Microbiol Biotechnol. 2017 Feb 28;27(2):316-320.

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 Norharmane?

The CAS number of Norharmane is 244-63-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Norharmane?

Norharmane has molecular formula C11H8N2 and molecular weight 168.195 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Norharmane?

For Norharmane, Upstream Products: (3S)-2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole-3-carboxylic acid, 2,3,4,9-Tetrahydro-1H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole, 4,9-Dihydro-3H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole; Downstream Products: Harmane, 1-Amino-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole, 6-Chloro-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-8-amine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Norharmane (CAS 244-63-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1013634-8 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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