3-Indolepropionic acid

Also known as: Indole-3-propionic acid, IPA, 1H-Indole-3-propanoic acid, 3-(1H-Indol-3-yl)propanoic acid, 3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid, 3-(3-Indolyl)propanoic acid, 3-(3-Indolyl)propionic acid, Indole-3-propionic acid, MFCD00005660, β-(3-Indolyl)propionic acid, EINECS 212-600-1

3-Indolepropionic acid (CAS 830-96-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H11NO2 and a molecular weight of 189.210 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 134-135 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 417.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 206.4±21.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 830-96-6
Jingsj CID: J-34620-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight: 189.210 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	134-135 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	417.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	206.4±21.8 °C
Exact Mass	189.078979
PSA	53.09000
LogP	1.76
Additional Property	2.1 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.667
Additional Property	slightly soluble

Activity & Biological Data

Target	Human Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information	[1]. Wikoff WR, et al. Metabolomics analysis reveals large effects of gut microflora on mammalian blood metabolites. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2009 Mar 10;106(10):3698-703. [2]. Reiter RJ, et al. Reactive oxygen intermediates, molecular damage, and aging. Relation to melatonin. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 1998 Nov 20;854:410-24. [3]. de Mello VDet al. Indolepropionic acid and novel lipid metabolites are associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes in the Finnish Diabetes Prevention Study. Sci Rep. 2017 Apr 11;7:46337. doi: 10.1038/srep46337.

Target

Human Endogenous Metabolite

Additional Information

[1]. Wikoff WR, et al. Metabolomics analysis reveals large effects of gut microflora on mammalian blood metabolites. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2009 Mar 10;106(10):3698-703. [2]. Reiter RJ, et al. Reactive oxygen intermediates, molecular damage, and aging. Relation to melatonin. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 1998 Nov 20;854:410-24. [3]. de Mello VDet al. Indolepropionic acid and novel lipid metabolites are associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes in the Finnish Diabetes Prevention Study. Sci Rep. 2017 Apr 11;7:46337. doi: 10.1038/srep46337.

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 3-Indolepropionic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Indolepropionic acid is 830-96-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Indolepropionic acid?

3-Indolepropionic acid has molecular formula C11H11NO2 and molecular weight 189.210 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Indolepropionic acid?

For 3-Indolepropionic acid, Upstream Products: Indole, Acrylic acid, 1H-Indole-3-propanoic acid, 2-carboxy-; Downstream Products: 3-Indolepropanol, 3-(1H-Indol-3-yl)propanehydrazide, 1,3-Dicyclohexylurea.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Indolepropionic acid (CAS 830-96-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-34620-5 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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