Description

2-Aminopiperidine is a versatile chiral amine building block of significant importance in modern synthetic organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, containing both a primary amine and a secondary amine within a six-membered ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key precursor for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, antiviral agents, and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the piperidine scaffold contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis to control stereochemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction methodologies and constructing novel chemical libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex organic molecules requiring a functionalized piperidine core.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminopiperidine
CAS No.	45505-62-2
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Piperidinamine; Piperidin-2-amine; 2-AP; α-Aminopiperidine; 2-Aminohexahydropyridine; 1,2-Diaminopiperidine (tautomer); 2-Piperidylamine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Aminopiperidine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (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.