7-Methylindole is a mildly toxic off-white crystalline organic compound with chemical formula C9H9N.

7-Methylindole can be prepared from 2,6-dimethylformanilide by reaction with potassium ethoxide.

[1] 7-Methylindole is used in the production of agricultural chemicals and pharmaceuticals.

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