Specification No. D09
3,3´-Bis(Indolyl)methane

Molecular Formula: C17H14N2
Molecular Weight: 246.31
C.A.S. No.: [1968-05-4]
Description: slightly pink to pink substance
| Tests: | |
| Identification: I.R. spectrum USP 28, <197> | |
| Melting point: | min. 165 °C USP 28, <741> |
| Loss on drying (100 °C): | max. 1.0 % USP 28, <731> |
| Sulphated ash: |
max. 0.2 % USP 28, <281> |
| Heavy metals: | max 0.001 USP 28, <231> |
| Assay (HPLC): | min. 98.0 % Area USP 28, <621> |
| Ethanol (GC): |
max. 2500 ppm USP 28, <621> |
| Acetonitrile (GC): | max. 400 ppm USP 28, <621> |
| Stored under nitrogen, in a cool, dry and dark place, avoiding contact with acid vapors. | |
| Shelf life: 1 year | |