Brief introduction of Indole CAS 120-72-9
Chemical name: Indole
CAS No.:120-72-9
Synonyms: 2,3-Benzopyrrole
Molecular Formula: C8H7N
Molecuar Weight: 117.15
EINECS: 204-420-7
Properties of Indole CAS 120-72-9
Indole is an aromatic heterocyclic organic compound with a bicyclic structure in the chemical structure, including a six-membered benzene ring and a five-membered nitrogen-containing pyrrole ring, so it is also called benzene Chemicalbook pyrrole. Because nitrogen’s lone pair of electrons participate in the formation of aromatic rings, indole is not a base, and its properties are different from simple amines. It is an imine and has a weak base.
Specification of Indole CAS 120-72-9
Item |
Standard |
Appearance |
yellow powder |
Particle size |
95% pass through 80 mesh |
Assay, % |
≥98.0 |
Melting point, ℃ |
51-54 |
Application of Indole CAS 120-72-9
Mainly used as raw materials for spices, dyes, amino acids, and pesticides. Indole itself is also a kind of spice, commonly used in daily flavor formulations such as jasmine, lilac, lotus and orchid, and the dosage is generally a few thousandths.
Packing, Delivery and Storage of Indole CAS 120-72-9
Package: 25kg /bag or fiber drum, or as per customer request.
Storage conditions: store in a cool and dry place.