1methyl1Hindole3carboxylic

1methyl1Hindol is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C9H11N. It is a derivative of indole, a bicyclic aromatic heterocycle. In 1methyl1Hindol, a methyl group is attached to the nitrogen atom at position 1 of the indole ring, and a hydrogen atom is attached to the carbon at position 1. This nomenclature is somewhat unusual as position 1 in indole is typically the nitrogen atom, which is then substituted. Therefore, "1methyl1Hindol" likely refers to a compound where the nitrogen at position 1 is methylated, and the carbon at position 1 (which is part of the five-membered ring) is substituted with a hydrogen. More commonly, this structure would be referred to as 1-methylindole.

1-methylindole is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. It is soluble in many organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. As a derivative of indole, it shares some of its chemical properties, including aromaticity and reactivity at various positions on the ring. The presence of the methyl group on the nitrogen atom influences its electronic properties and can affect its participation in chemical reactions.

1-methylindole has found applications in various fields of chemistry. It serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. Its indole core is a common structural motif in many biologically active compounds, making 1-methylindole a useful starting material for drug discovery and development. It can also be used as a reagent or solvent in specific organic transformations. Research continues to explore its potential in various chemical processes and material science applications.