5-Chloroindole

• CAT Number: R058775
• CAS Number: 17422-32-1
• Molecular Formula: C8H6ClN
• Molecular Weight: 151.59
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 5-Chloro-1H-indole; NSC 89562
• Storage: Store at +4C
• IUPAC Name: 5-chloro-1H-indole
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H6ClN/c9-7-1-2-8-6(5-7)3-4-10-8/h1-5,10H
• InChIKey: MYTGFBZJLDLWQG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC2=C(C=CN2)C=C1Cl

5-Chloroindole（Cat No.:R058775）is a halogenated aromatic heterocycle featuring a chlorine atom substituted at the 5-position of the indole ring. It appears as an off-white to light yellow crystalline solid and serves as a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and organic materials. The indole core is biologically significant, and halogen substitution enhances its chemical reactivity and potential bioactivity. 5-Chloroindole is used in medicinal chemistry for developing compounds targeting serotonin receptors, kinases, and other biological pathways. Its structure supports applications in drug discovery, fluorescent probes, and advanced organic synthesis.