Description

2-(1-Methylethyl)Piperidine is a versatile organic compound belonging to the class of substituted piperidines, serving as a valuable chiral intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique steric and electronic properties make it crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures with high precision. This specialty chemical is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• As a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Utilized as a ligand precursor or a structural motif in organocatalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Employed in agrochemical research for the development of new herbicides and pesticides.
• Serves as a building block for specialty polymers and advanced materials requiring specific amine functionalities.
• Used in academic and industrial research for method development and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Potential application in the synthesis of corrosion inhibitors and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(1-Methylethyl)Piperidine
CAS No.	22977-56-6
Molecular Formula	C8H17N
Molecular Weight	127.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropylpiperidine; 2-(Propan-2-yl)piperidine; α-Isopropylpiperidine; 2-(1-Methylethyl)hexahydropyridine; 2-Propan-2-ylpiperidine; 22977-56-6; 2-(1-Methylethyl)-piperidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(1-Methylethyl)Piperidine adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for our customers' specific applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation [α] (if chiral)	Contact for details

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