2,3,3-Trimethylindolenine (Technical Grade, contain dimer)

• CAT Number: R058959
• CAS Number: 1640-39-7
• Molecular Formula: C11H13N
• Molecular Weight: 159.23
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-indole; 2,3,3-Trimethylindole; 3H-2,3,3-Trimethylindole; NSC 65633
• Storage: Room temperature
• IUPAC Name: 2,3,3-trimethylindole
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H13N/c1-8-11(2,3)9-6-4-5-7-10(9)12-8/h4-7H,1-3H3
• InChIKey: FLHJIAFUWHPJRT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=NC2=CC=CC=C2C1(C)C

2,3,3-Trimethylindolenine(CAT: R058959) is a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound widely used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of functional dyes, including cyanine and squaraine dyes, which are essential in fluorescence imaging, photovoltaics, and optical sensors. Featuring a methylated indole core, it offers enhanced electron-donating properties and structural rigidity, making it ideal for constructing conjugated systems with strong photophysical characteristics. Its reactivity at the nitrogen atom and 3-position allows for diverse functionalization, supporting applications in materials science, bioimaging, and photodynamic therapy research.