2-(5-Benzyloxy-1H-indol-3-yl)-N,N-dimethyl-2-oxoacetamide

• CAT Number: C000063
• CAS Number: 66521-34-4
• Molecular Formula: C₁₉H₁₈N₂O₃
• Molecular Weight: 322.36
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: N,N-Dimethyl-α-oxo-5-(phenylmethoxy)-1H-indole-3-acetamide; 5-(Benzyloxy)-N,N-dimethyl-indole-3-glyoxylamide; NSC 89587
• Solubility: DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
• Appearance: White to Light Beige Solid
• Storage: 4°C, Hygroscopic

2-(5-Benzyloxy-1H-indol-3-yl)-N,N-dimethyl-2-oxoacetamide(CAT: C000063) is a compound of significance in the fields of organic chemistry and pharmacology. It serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various compounds, including Bufotenine Hydrochloride. Bufotenine Hydrochloride is known for its weak hallucinogenic effects when administered intravenously and is found in the venom of certain toads. The intermediate compound’s role in synthesis underscores its importance in drug development and preparation of compounds with distinct pharmacological activities.

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