Description

Piperidine is a versatile heterocyclic amine and a key building block in organic synthesis. Its saturated six-membered ring structure containing a nitrogen atom makes it a crucial intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries. Piperidine CAS NO 52167-54-1 is a fundamental reagent for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A critical building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including analgesics, local anesthetics, and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Production: Used as an intermediate in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Rubber Industry: Serves as a catalyst and a precursor in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and rubber vulcanization accelerators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a base, catalyst, and solvent in various organic transformations, including alkylation and condensation reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for developing new chemical entities and novel synthetic pathways.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in the formulation of additives for metalworking fluids and industrial coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Piperidine
CAS No.	52167-54-1
Molecular Formula	C5H11N
Molecular Weight	85.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexahydropyridine; Azacyclohexane; Pentamethylenimine; Cyclopentimine; Perhydropyridine; 1-Azacyclohexane; Piperidin; UN2401
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Quality Control

Our Piperidine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.860 - 0.866
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.452 - 1.454

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