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Molindone

Also known as (+-)-Molindone, Molindona, 3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-(morpholin-4-ylmethyl)-1,5,6,7-tetrahydroindol-4-one

CAS 7416-34-4Formula C16H24N2O2Molar mass 276.38 g/molEC 819-661-9
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Molindone chemical structure, C16H24N2O2, CAS 7416-34-4
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Crystals
Melting point
180 to 181
Solubility
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER, FREELY SOL IN WATER & ALCOHOL /HYDROCHLORIDE/
HS code
293499
Category
Central nervous system drugs
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What is Molindone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Molindone is a member of indoles.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-(morpholin-4-ylmethyl)-1,5,6,7-tetrahydroindol-4-one
CAS number
7416-34-4 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
819-661-9
Molecular formula
C16H24N2O2
UNII
RT3Y3QMF8N
InChIKey
KLPWJLBORRMFGK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H24N2O2/c1-3-13-11(2)17-14-5-4-12(16(19)15(13)14)10-18-6-8-20-9-7-18/h12,17H,3-10H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCC1=C(NC2=C1C(=O)C(CC2)CN3CCOCC3)C

Synonyms

  • (+-)-Molindone
  • Molindona
  • 3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-(morpholin-4-ylmethyl)-1,5,6,7-tetrahydroindol-4-one
  • Molindonum
  • 3-Ethyl-6,7-dihydro-2-methyl-5-(morpholinomethyl)indol-4(5H)-one
  • 3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-(morpholin-4-ylmethyl)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-indol-4-one
  • Indol-4(5H)-one, 3-ethyl-6,7-dihydro-2-methyl-5-(morpholinomethyl)-
  • 3-Ethyl-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-2-methyl-5-(4-morpholinylmethyl)-4H-indol-4-one
  • 4H-Indol-4-one, 3-ethyl-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-2-methyl-5-(4-morpholinylmethyl)-
  • (+/-)-Molindone
  • Molindone (INN)
  • Molindon
  • 3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-(morpholinomethyl)-1,5,6,7-tetrahydroindol-4-one
  • Sdccgsbi-0633741.p001
  • 3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-(morpholin-4-ylmethyl)-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-4H-indol-4-one
  • 3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-[(morpholin-4-yl)methyl]-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-indol-4-one
  • 3-Ethyl-2-methyl-5-morpholin-4-ylmethyl-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-indol-4-one
  • 3-Ethyl-2-methyl-5-[(morpholin-4-yl)methyl]-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-4H-indol-4-one
  • 3-Ethyl-2-methyl-5-morpholin-4-ylmethyl-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-indol-4-one ( Molindone)
  • 3-Ethyl-2-methyl-6-(4-morpholinylmethyl)-1,5,6,7-tetrahydro-4H-indol-4-one #

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Crystalsexp.
Melting point
180 to 181exp.
Solubility
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER, FREELY SOL IN WATER & ALCOHOL /HYDROCHLORIDE/exp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
276.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
276.1838 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.96calc.
Topological polar surface area
45.33 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
20calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.69calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C1c2cc[nH]c2CCC1CN1CCOCC1

O=C1c2cc[nH]c2CCC1CN1CCOCC1

3 rings, 17 atoms.

5 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary statements (5)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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  • BST Tianjin Co., Ltd.
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  • AChemBlock
    United States, HaywardUnclaimed profile
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  • AiFChem
    United States, SomervilleUnclaimed profile
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  • Capot
    China, HangzhouUnclaimed profile
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  • Debye Scientific Co., Ltd.
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  • DempoChem
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  • Hairui Chemical
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  • Hangzhou APIChem Technology Co., Ltd.
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  • MolCore
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  • OChem Inc
    United States, West ChicagoUnclaimed profile
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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Industries and functions

Pharmacological actions

  • Antipsychotic Agents

Roles

  • antipsychotic agent
  • central nervous system depressant
  • central nervous system drug
  • pharmaceutical
  • psychotropic drug
  • tranquilizing drug

Pharmacology

Molindone is a Typical Antipsychotic.

How it is made

Belg patent 670,798 (1966 to endo), chem abstract 65, 7148f (1966). Pharmacology: sugerman, herrmann, clin pharmacol ther 8, 261 (1967), claghorn, curr ther res 11, 524 (1969): guerrero-figueroa et al, ibid 15, 508 (1973).

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Molindone is traded under.

HS 2934.99Indicative HS code

Nucleic acids and their salts, other heterocyclic compounds, not elsewhere classified in heading 2934

World exports in 2024
$26.7B
+15.0% vs 2023, imports $26.3B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Ireland26.3%
  2. China15.7%
  3. Singapore10.3%
Top importers
  1. United States24.5%
  2. Germany23.1%
  3. Japan4.5%
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Molindone, based on the data on this page

What is Molindone?

Molindone is a member of indoles.

What is the CAS number of Molindone?

The CAS registry number of Molindone is 7416-34-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Molindone?

The molecular formula of Molindone is C16H24N2O2 and its molar mass is 276.38 g/mol.

What is Molindone used for?

Known uses and roles of Molindone include cns agents in pharmaceuticals, antipsychotic agent, central nervous system depressant, central nervous system drug, pharmaceutical and 3 more.

Is Molindone hazardous?

Molindone carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Molindone?

Molindone is usually classified under HS code 293499 (Nucleic acids and their salts, whether or not chemically defined, other heterocyclic…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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