Description

α-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-4-Piperidinemethanol is a high-value pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile organic building block. This compound is critical for the synthesis of advanced active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals, offering a unique trifluoromethylphenyl-piperidine scaffold. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new therapeutic agents and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of central nervous system (CNS) active drugs, receptor antagonists, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the stability imparted by the trifluoromethyl group.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for constructing complex piperidine-containing compounds in medicinal chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials requiring specific fluorinated aromatic components.
• Contract Research & Development (CRO/CMO): Supplied to organizations for custom synthesis and process development projects.
• Academic Research: Used in university and institutional labs for pharmacological studies and novel synthetic route exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-4-Piperidinemethanol
CAS No.	38646-29-6
Molecular Formula	C13H16F3NO
Molecular Weight	259.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Piperidinemethanol, α-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; α-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-4-piperidinemethanol; 1-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-4-piperidinemethanol; (RS)-α-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-4-piperidinemethanol; 38646-29-6; 4-Piperidinemethanol, α-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-4-Piperidinemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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