Description

(6S)-6-Methylpiperidin-3-One Hydrochloride is a high-purity chiral building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant synthetic utility. Its defined stereochemistry and functionalized piperidinone core make it a valuable precursor for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for advanced synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder research.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material for the construction of complex, stereodefined nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in lead optimization and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to explore new chemical entities.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate for creating novel pesticides and herbicides with specific chiral activity.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Can be utilized in the synthesis of chiral catalysts and ligands for enantioselective transformations.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological development and synthetic organic chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6S)-6-Methylpiperidin-3-One Hydrochloride
CAS No.	2306255-03-6
Molecular Formula	C6H12ClNO
Molecular Weight	149.62 g/mol
Synonyms	(6S)-6-Methyl-3-piperidinone hydrochloride; (3S)-3-Methyl-6-piperidinone hydrochloride; 6-Methylpiperidin-3-one hydrochloride, (6S)-; 3-Piperidinone, 6-methyl-, hydrochloride, (6S)-; (S)-6-Methylpiperidin-3-one HCl
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Quality Control

Our (6S)-6-Methylpiperidin-3-One Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

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)	≤ 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.