Description

4-Methoxy-4-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt widely utilized as a key building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its defined piperidine structure, which is essential for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fine chemicals, and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core structure.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating specialty chemicals, catalysts, and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Chemical Library Development: Employed in combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening to generate diverse compound libraries for biological testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-4-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	3970-73-8
Molecular Formula	C7H16ClNO
Molecular Weight	165.66 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-4-methylpiperidine HCl; 4-Methyl-4-methoxypiperidine hydrochloride; 4-Methoxy-4-methylpiperidinium chloride; Piperidine, 4-methoxy-4-methyl-, hydrochloride; 1-Methyl-4-methoxypiperidin-4-ium chloride; 4-Methoxy-4-methyl-piperidine hydrochloride; 4-Methoxy-4-methylpiperidine, hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxy-4-Methylpiperidine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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