Description

3-Hydroxy-1-Methylpiperidine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and chiral intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the functional group combination of a tertiary amine and a hydroxyl group on a piperidine ring, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in medicinal chemistry, agrochemical development, and as a precursor for catalysts and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized chiral catalysts and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and developing novel heterocyclic compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of complex specialty chemicals, dyes, and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-1-Methylpiperidine
CAS No.	3554-74-3
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO
Molecular Weight	115.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-piperidinol; 1-Methyl-3-hydroxypiperidine; 3-Hydroxy-1-methylpiperidine; 3-Piperidinol, 1-methyl-; N-Methyl-3-piperidinol; 1-Methylpiperidin-3-ol
EINECS	222-603-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-1-Methylpiperidine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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