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High-Purity Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole (4-Glycidyloxycarbazole). An essential API intermediate and KSM for high-performance heart medication syntheses.

Chemical Structure of Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole

Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole

CAS No: 51997-51-4

A high-purity crystalline intermediate (commonly referred to as Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole or 4-glycidyloxycarbazole) widely utilized as the key starting material (KSM) in the synthesis of Carvedilol and other carbazole-based pharmaceuticals.

With an active oxirane ring attached to a carbazole nucleus, this compound reacts selectively with nucleophilic amines. Kalpasthana Life Care Products ensures strict limits on residual solvents and enantiomeric purity to support premium pharmaceutical applications.

Product Specifications

Product Name Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole
Synonyms / Alternate Names 4-(Oxiran-2-ylmethoxy)-9H-carbazole, 4-Glycidyloxycarbazole, Carvedilol Epoxy Intermediate
CAS Number 51997-51-4
Molecular Formula C15H13NO2
Molecular Weight 239.27 g/mol
Appearance White to off-white crystalline solid
Purity (HPLC) ≥ 99.0%
Melting Point 110°C - 114°C

Applications & Usage

Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole (4-(2,3-Epoxypropoxy)carbazole) is a specialized heterocyclic epoxide intermediate. It is the direct key starting material (KSM) for synthesizing the cardiovascular API Carvedilol. Additionally, its highly reactive oxirane ring makes it a valuable building block for specialized high-temperature epoxy resins, thermal-resistant adhesives, and adrenergic receptor ligand research.

Key Features

  • Carvedilol API Synthesis: Undergoes precise ring-opening condensation with 2-(2-methoxyphenoxy)ethylamine to produce high-purity Carvedilol.
  • Specialty Epoxy Materials: Used in manufacturing high-performance carbazole-modified epoxy resins with excellent dielectric properties.
  • Medicinal Chemistry Scaffold: Excellent scaffold for synthesizing compound libraries for cardiovascular and beta-adrenergic studies.

Product Specifications & Procurement FAQs

Detailed quality specifications, compliance data, and procurement answers for pharma sourcing professionals.

Quality & Technical Specifications

Chemical Synonyms 4-(2,3-Epoxypropoxy)carbazole, 4-glycidyloxycarbazole, 4-(oxiranylmethoxy)-9H-carbazole, Epoxy propoxy carbazole
Manufacturing Location Kalpasthana Life Care Products, Humnabad, Bidar District, Karnataka, India - 585330
Compliance & Quality GMP-compliant state-of-the-art facility, rigorous HPLC and physical assay testing.
Commercial Packaging Standard commercial fiber drums or high-barrier protective B2B bags.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amine reactants are typically combined with 4-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)carbazole?

It is mainly reacted with 2-(2-methoxyphenoxy)ethylamine to synthesize Carvedilol. It can also be coupled with other primary or secondary aliphatic amines for library design in medicinal chemistry.

How is the stability of the epoxide group maintained during shipping?

The compound is stable in the solid state under normal ambient warehouse conditions. We package it in dry, moisture-resistant sealed drums to prevent hydrolytic degradation of the oxirane ring.

What are the packaging options and shelf life of Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole?

Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole is typically packaged in 25 kg fiber drums with double PE inner bags. It has a shelf life of 24 months when stored in original, unopened packaging at temperatures below 25°C, away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.

Technical Profile & Sourcing Guide

Comprehensive chemical specs, catalytic pathways, and quality compliance guidelines for raw materials sourcing.

Chemical Synthesis

Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole (4-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)carbazole) features a carbazole ring system substituted with a glycidyl ether group. It is synthesized by the etherification of 4-hydroxycarbazole with epichlorohydrin in the presence of an inorganic base like sodium hydroxide, followed by purification and recrystallization.

Applications & Pathways

Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole is a critical pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of Carvedilol, a non-selective beta-blocker and alpha-1 blocker used to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure. The epoxide ring undergoes nucleophilic ring opening with 2-(2-methoxyphenoxy)ethylamine to complete the Carvedilol structure.

Quality & Compliance

Sourced from our GMP-compliant plant, our Epoxy Propoxy Carbazole has a purity of >=99.0% by HPLC.

Storage & Packaging

It is stored in fiber drums under dry, cool conditions away from heat and moisture to maintain the epoxy ring integrity.

Safety & Protocols

Crystalline solid requiring handling care to avoid skin contact. Use standard protective gloves and eye protection.

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