Description

(S)-2-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride is a high-purity chiral building block essential for the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients. Its defined stereochemistry provides a critical advantage in the development of enantiomerically pure drugs, ensuring precise biological activity and reducing unwanted side effects. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for applications in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Used as a precursor or ligand in the development of chiral catalysts for stereoselective chemical transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel, stereospecific pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances where stereochemical control is paramount.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research within university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	205526-61-0
Molecular Formula	C6H14ClN
Molecular Weight	135.64 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Methylpiperidine HCl; (2S)-2-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride; (S)-2-Pipecoline Hydrochloride; L-2-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride; (S)-α-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride; (S)-2-Methylpiperidinium Chloride; (S)-2-Methylpiperidine Monohydrochloride; (2S)-2-Methylpiperidinium Chloride
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical R&D and production. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
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.