Description

4-(4-Oxo-Piperidine-1-Carbonyl)-Benzonitrile is a high-purity, versatile pharmaceutical intermediate with a distinct molecular architecture. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders. Pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis companies need it to develop new drug candidates and scale up production processes efficiently and reliably.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel piperidine-based drug candidates.
• API Synthesis: Used in constructing the core scaffold for potential treatments in neurology and psychiatry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block for medicinal chemistry and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed in the contract manufacturing of specialized fine chemicals and advanced intermediates.
• Reference Standard: Can be supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Oxo-Piperidine-1-Carbonyl)-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	268730-72-9
Molecular Formula	C14H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Oxopiperidine-1-carbonyl)benzonitrile; 4-(1-Carboxy-4-piperidinyl)benzonitrile; 4-(4-Oxo-1-piperidinecarbonyl)benzonitrile; 4-Cyanobenzoyl-4-piperidone; 1-(4-Cyanobenzoyl)-4-piperidone; 4-Piperidone, 1-(4-cyanobenzoyl)-; Benzonitrile, 4-[(4-oxo-1-piperidinyl)carbonyl]-
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Oxo-Piperidine-1-Carbonyl)-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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