Description

4-(2-Methyl-Benzyloxymethyl)-Piperidine Hydrochloride is a high-purity, synthetically derived piperidine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry for creating potential drug candidates. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical synthesis companies focused on developing new therapeutic agents, including central nervous system (CNS) modulators and other bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthetic precursor in the development of novel drug candidates, particularly for neurological and psychiatric disorders.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a scaffold or building block for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization in drug discovery programs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic syntheses to introduce the piperidine moiety with a substituted benzyloxymethyl group.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Potential use in probing biological pathways and target validation studies within life science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Methyl-Benzyloxymethyl)-Piperidine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1289384-88-8
Molecular Formula	C15H23NO • HCl
Molecular Weight	269.81 g/mol (Free base: 233.35 g/mol)
Synonyms	4-[(2-Methylphenyl)methoxy]methylpiperidine hydrochloride; 1-[(2-Methylbenzyloxy)methyl]-4-piperidine hydrochloride; 4-(2-Methylbenzyloxymethyl)piperidine HCl; Piperidine, 4-[(2-methylphenyl)methoxy]methyl-, hydrochloride (1:1); 4-(o-Tolylmethoxymethyl)piperidine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Methyl-Benzyloxymethyl)-Piperidine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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