Description

Methyl 4-Oxo-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine-3-carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceutical candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of piperidine and pyridine-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: A valuable scaffold for constructing compound libraries in high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require functionalized tetrahydropyridine motifs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced materials requiring specific heterocyclic frameworks.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and the exploration of new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 4-Oxo-1,4,5,6-Tetrahydropyridine-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1188338-67-1
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight	155.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-oxo-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine-3-carboxylate; 3-Carbomethoxy-4-piperidone; Methyl 3-carboxy-4-oxo-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine; 4-Oxo-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Methoxycarbonyl-4-piperidone; 1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-4-oxopyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Oxo-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine-3-carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.