Description

4-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylpiperidine Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate for the development of complex pharmaceutical molecules and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its utility in creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its piperidine scaffold contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional polymers.
• Academic and R&D: Utilized in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylpiperidine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1420671-18-6
Molecular Formula	C7H16ClNO
Molecular Weight	165.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethyl-4-hydroxypiperidine hydrochloride; 4-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpiperidine HCl; 4-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpiperidinium chloride; 2,2-Dimethylpiperidin-4-ol hydrochloride; Piperidin-4-ol, 2,2-dimethyl-, hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2,2-Dimethylpiperidine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.