Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde CAS 7126-39-8

Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde Quick Details

Chemical Name: Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde

Cas No.:7126-39-8

Molecular Fomula: C5H5No

Molecular Weight: 95.1

Appearance: White Powder

Assay：≥97.0%

Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde Typical Properties

Product Introduction:

Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde is a fundamental heterocyclic compound, consisting of a pyrrole ring with an aldehyde group attached at the 3-position. It typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. The pyrrole ring is a ubiquitous structural motif in nature, found in a vast array of natural products, including porphyrins (like heme and chlorophyll) and many alkaloids. The presence of the aldehyde group makes this compound a versatile and reactive building block for introducing the pyrrole moiety into more complex structures.

Main Uses:

1. Pharmaceutical Intermediates and Medicinal Chemistry: Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde is a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of numerous pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates. The pyrrole ring is a common pharmacophore in drugs targeting various diseases, including anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial agents. The aldehyde group allows for diverse reactions such as condensation, reduction, and oxidation, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems.

2. Organic Synthesis: It serves as a versatile reagent in general organic synthesis for introducing the pyrrole-3-yl group. It can participate in a wide range of reactions characteristic of aldehydes (e.g., imine formation, aldol condensations, Wittig reactions) and activated aromatic rings (e.g., electrophilic substitution if the N-H is protected or specific conditions are used).

3. Materials Science: Due to the electron-rich nature of the pyrrole ring, it is used in the synthesis of conducting polymers (e.g., polypyrrole derivatives) and other materials with specific electronic or optical properties. It can also be a building block for chromophores and fluorescent probes.

4. Dyestuff Synthesis: The pyrrole ring can be incorporated into the structure of certain dyes and pigments to achieve desired color characteristics and stability.

5. Research and Development: It is widely used in academic and industrial research for exploring new synthetic methodologies and developing novel chemical entities.

Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde Packaging And Shipping 

25Kg/Drum

Pyrrole-3-Carboxaldehyde Storage

It Should Be Stored In a Clean, Dry And Cool Place, Preventing From Sunlight, Rain.