Description

1-Benzyl-2-Piperidone 98+% is a high-purity nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a piperidone scaffold with a benzyl-protecting group, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various pharmacologically active compounds, including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing more complex piperidine and piperidone derivatives through further functionalization.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating compound libraries.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of fine chemicals, ligands, and catalysts used in various chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzyl-2-Piperidone 98+%
CAS No.	4783-65-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₅NO
Molecular Weight	189.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Benzylpiperidin-2-one; N-Benzyl-2-piperidone; 2-Piperidinone, 1-(phenylmethyl)-; 1-Benzyl-2-piperidinone; N-Benzyl-δ-valerolactam; 1-(Phenylmethyl)piperidin-2-one; 1-Benzylazepan-2-one (incorrect but sometimes used); BZP (abbreviation)
EINECS	225-327-4

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyl-2-Piperidone 98+% is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the specified 98% minimum purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific results is provided to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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