5-bromo-6-fluoro-1H-indole

• CAT Number: L033293
• CAS Number: 434960-42-6
• Molecular Formula: C8H5BrFN
• Molecular Weight: 214.03
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 5-bromo-6-fluoro-1H-indole
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H5BrFN/c9-6-3-5-1-2-11-8(5)4-7(6)10/h1-4,11H
• InChIKey: HAKIMTKXOCVWRH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CNC2=CC(=C(C=C21)Br)F

5-Bromo-6-fluoro-1H-indole is a halogenated heterocyclic compound featuring an indole core with a bromine atom at the 5-position and a fluorine atom at the 6-position. This dual halogen substitution on the indole ring enhances its reactivity and allows for selective chemical transformations, making it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. It is widely utilized in medicinal chemistry to create bioactive molecules, especially in the development of pharmaceuticals targeting neurological pathways, as well as anticancer and antimicrobial agents.