Description

2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine is a versatile heterocyclic amine compound that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its sterically hindered structure, which makes it a key precursor for synthesizing hindered amine light stabilizers (HALS) and other high-performance additives. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to develop materials with enhanced stability and novel properties.

Application

• Hindered Amine Light Stabilizer (HALS) Synthesis: A primary precursor for manufacturing high-performance UV stabilizers used in plastics, coatings, and automotive polymers to prevent degradation from sunlight.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a sterically hindered piperidine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural features impart specific biological activity or stability.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis and other advanced chemical transformations.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or modifier to introduce tertiary amine groups into polymer chains, altering physical and chemical properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine
CAS No.	1124-69-2
Molecular Formula	C9H17N
Molecular Weight	139.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine; 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydro-2,2,6,6-tetramethylpyridine; 2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine; 2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridin; TMTHP; NSC 406916; AI3-24295
EINECS	214-395-5

Quality Control

Our 2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.