| Formula / Notation | C8H7N |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 120-72-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 117.15 |
| Melting Point | 52.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 254 °C |
| Density | 1.22 g/cu cm at 25 °C |
| Solubility | 3560 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | White to yellowish solid with an unpleasant odor; Pleasant odor in dilute solutions; Turns red when exposed to light or air; [Hawley] White or yellow crystalline powder; [MSDSonline] |
| Also Known As | 1H-indole; 1H-Indole; 120-72-9; 2,3-Benzopyrrole; Indol; 1-Benzazole; Ketole; 1-Azaindene; Benzopyrrole; FEMA No. 2593 |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Indole?
1H-indole is an indole and a polycyclic heteroarene. It has a role as an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is a tautomer of a 3H-indole.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1H-indole
Other Names / Synonyms: 1H-indole; 1H-Indole; 120-72-9; 2,3-Benzopyrrole; Indol; 1-Benzazole; Ketole; 1-Azaindene; Benzopyrrole; FEMA No. 2593
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 52.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 254 °C |
| Density | 1.22 g/cu cm at 25 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 117.15 |
| Solubility | 3560 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | White to yellowish solid with an unpleasant odor; Pleasant odor in dilute solutions; Turns red when exposed to light or air; [Hawley] White or yellow crystalline powder; [MSDSonline] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
1H-indole is an indole and a polycyclic heteroarene. It has a role as an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is a tautomer of a 3H-indole.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Indole is: C8H7N