4methoxyindole

4-Methoxyindole is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H9NO. It belongs to the indole family, characterized by a bicyclic structure consisting of a six-membered benzene ring fused to a five-membered nitrogen-containing pyrrole ring. In 4-methoxyindole, a methoxy group (OCH3) is attached to the fourth position of the indole ring. This structural feature influences its chemical and physical properties.

The compound is typically a solid at room temperature. Its synthesis can be achieved through various organic chemistry routes, often involving precursor molecules that are modified to incorporate the methoxy group onto the indole scaffold. 4-Methoxyindole is an intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the fields of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where the indole core is a common structural motif. Its reactivity is influenced by the electron-donating nature of the methoxy group, which can affect electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions on the indole ring. Research into its biological activity and potential applications is ongoing.