Description

2-(Piperazin-1-yl)-Acetic Acid H2O is a versatile heterocyclic acetic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive carboxylic acid group and a piperazine moiety, enabling its use in creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, including central nervous system (CNS) agents and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelator Development: Used to synthesize complexing agents and ligands for metal catalysis and biochemical applications.
• Peptidomimetics Research: Incorporated into peptide analogs to modify biological activity and stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for producing specialty polymers with specific functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and exploratory synthesis in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Piperazin-1-yl)-Acetic Acid H2O
CAS No.	37478-58-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12N2O2 • H2O
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	2-(Piperazin-1-yl)acetic acid hydrate; 1-Piperazineacetic acid hydrate; (Piperazin-1-yl)acetic acid; Piperazine-1-acetic acid; NSC 403919; 2-Piperazin-1-yl-ethanoic acid; 2-(1-Piperazinyl)acetic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Piperazin-1-yl)-Acetic Acid H2O is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	Meets theoretical hydrate range
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.