Description

2-Piperidinecarboxylicacid,4-Methyl-(9Ci) is a specialized chiral piperidine derivative, a key structural motif in medicinal chemistry. This compound matters as a versatile and high-purity building block for the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new therapeutic agents and crop protection products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its piperidine core contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Piperidinecarboxylicacid,4-Methyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	172823-76-6
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO2
Molecular Weight	143.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylpipecolic Acid; (R,S)-4-Methylpipecolic Acid; 4-Methyl-2-piperidinecarboxylic Acid; 4-Methylpiperidine-2-carboxylic Acid; 4-Methyl-DL-pipecolic Acid; 4-Methyl-2-piperidinecarboxylic acid (9CI); 4-Methylpipecolinate; 4-Methylhomoproline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Piperidinecarboxylicacid,4-Methyl-(9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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