Description

3-Piperidin-3-Yl-Propionic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring a piperidine ring linked to a propionic acid chain, making it a valuable bifunctional building block. This structure is crucial for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive piperidine moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Bioconjugation and Linker Chemistry: The carboxylic acid and amine functionalities allow it to act as a spacer or linker in bioconjugation and polymer chemistry.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent in medicinal chemistry labs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Piperidin-3-Yl-Propionic Acid
CAS No.	1822-31-7
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO2
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Piperidyl)propanoic acid; 3-(Piperidin-3-yl)propanoic acid; 3-Piperidinepropionic acid; β-(3-Piperidyl)propionic acid; 3-Carboxyethylpiperidine; NSC 403697; 1,2,5,6-Tetrahydropyridine-3-propanoic acid (tautomeric form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Piperidin-3-Yl-Propionic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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