Description

(5-Fluoropiperidin-3-Yl)Methanol Hydrochloride (Wx601162) is a high-purity, fluorinated piperidine derivative hydrochloride salt, serving as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. Pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers need it for creating potential drug candidates targeting central nervous system disorders, metabolic diseases, and other therapeutic areas where the fluoropiperidine scaffold is pharmacologically relevant.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom and piperidine ring can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for designing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Material Science Research: Potential building block for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Fluoropiperidin-3-Yl)Methanol Hydrochloride (Wx601162)
CAS No.	1356342-54-5
Molecular Formula	C7H15ClFNO
Molecular Weight	183.65 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-fluoropiperidine hydrochloride; 5-Fluoro-3-piperidinemethanol hydrochloride; (5-Fluoro-3-piperidinyl)methanol hydrochloride; 5-Fluoropiperidin-3-ylmethanol HCl; WX-601162; (3R)-5-Fluoropiperidin-3-ylmethanol hydrochloride (for enantiopure form); (3S)-5-Fluoropiperidin-3-ylmethanol hydrochloride (for enantiopure form)
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Quality Control

Our (5-Fluoropiperidin-3-Yl)Methanol Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess (where applicable), and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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