Method for preparing 3-methylindole derivatives through hydrogenation

摘要

There is disclosed a preparation method of 3-methylindole derivatives by reducing the aldehyde moiety in indole-3-carboxaldehyde derivatives in the presence of the copper or copper oxide-based hydrogenation catalyst. This process is performed in solvent under the condition of 50-300 DEG C and 50-1,000 psig in the presence of a solvent with a hydrogen atmosphere. The method is advantageous in the economic aspects because of the employment of a relatively inexpensive hydrogenation catalyst and the easy regeneration thereof. Further, this process is environmentally safe because the intended addition of the sulfur components is not required therefor.