Description

2-Bromopiperidine is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactivity as an alkylating agent and as a precursor for introducing the piperidine moiety, a privileged scaffold in medicinal chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, enabling the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of piperidine-containing drug candidates, including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents, receptor modulators, and bioactive alkaloids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides where the piperidine ring contributes to biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical raw material for custom synthesis organizations (CSOs) producing high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromopiperidine
CAS No.	59192-02-8
Molecular Formula	C5H10BrN
Molecular Weight	164.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromopiperidine; Piperidine, 2-bromo-; α-Bromopiperidine; 2-Bromo-piperidine; NSC 401123; 2-Bromopiperidine hydrobromide (salts)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromopiperidine is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee full traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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