Description

4,4-Dimethylpiperidine is a versatile aliphatic amine building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its sterically hindered piperidine structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), catalysts, and specialty chemicals requiring a rigid, substituted amine moiety.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various drug candidates, including central nervous system (CNS) agents and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate a hindered amine functional group.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or curing agent in the synthesis of specialty polyamides, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel compound libraries.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used as an intermediate in the production of additives for fuel and lubricant formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Dimethylpiperidine
CAS No.	4045-30-1
Molecular Formula	C7H15N
Molecular Weight	113.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Dimethylpiperidine; 4,4-DMP; 1-Aza-4,4-dimethylcyclohexane; NSC 60548; Piperidine, 4,4-dimethyl-; 4,4-Dimethyl-piperidine; 4,4-Dimethylpiperidin
EINECS	223-751-5

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Dimethylpiperidine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.820 - 0.840
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.450

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