Description

4-Amino-1-Methylpiperidine is a versatile heterocyclic amine building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a secondary amine and a tertiary amine within a piperidine scaffold, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in creating molecules with piperidine-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its amine functionality acts as a linker or active moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a curing agent, chain extender, or monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers, polyurethanes, and epoxy resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in medicinal chemistry and process R&D for exploring new chemical entities and optimizing synthetic routes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in the development of additives for industrial fluids and coatings due to its amine properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-1-Methylpiperidine
CAS No.	45584-07-4
Molecular Formula	C6H14N2
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-4-aminopiperidine; 4-Amino-1-methylpiperidine; N-Methyl-4-aminopiperidine; 1-Methylpiperidin-4-amine; 4-Piperidinamine, 1-methyl-; 4-Amino-N-methylpiperidine
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Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-1-Methylpiperidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance for your R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation and moisture absorption. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.90 - 0.95
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.470 - 1.480

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