CAS 1076-74-0: 5-Methoxy-2-methylindole

It is employed as a reactant in preparation of indolylquinoxalines by condensation reactions, reactant in preparation of alkylindoles via Ir-catalyzed reductive alkylation, reactant in arylation reactions using a palladium acetate catalyst, reactant in enantioselective Friedel-Crafts alkylation and reactant in stereoselective synthesis of cyclopentaindolones via stereoselective [3+2] cyclopentannulation. As an indole derivative shown to be an effective inhibitor of the chlorinating activity of myeloperoxidase (MPO). Used in the metabolic synthesis of arylacetic acid anti-inflammatory synthesis. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

5-Methoxy-2-methylindole is an organic solvent that has been shown to have a wide range of bioactive properties. It is used in the production of acetylcholine, which is an important neurotransmitter. 5-Methoxy-2-methylindole also reacts with chloride ions, which may be an important factor when considering the life cycles and bioactive substances of this molecule. The reaction yield depends on the pH of the solution. 5-Methoxy-2-methylindole can undergo chlorination reactions to form polychlorinated derivatives, which are used as petrochemicals. This molecule also has retinoid properties and can act as a proton donor or acceptor depending on whether it is protonated or deprotonated.

5-Methoxy-2-methyl-1H-indole