Description

3-(4-Methyl-Piperidin-1-Yl)-Propylamine is a versatile organic amine compound featuring a piperidine core, widely utilized as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both a secondary amine and a primary amine group, makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents and other therapeutic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its amine functionality aids in creating bioactive molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a curing agent, cross-linker, or functional monomer in epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers to enhance material properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial cooling systems and oilfield applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Methyl-Piperidin-1-Yl)-Propylamine
CAS No.	6241-30-1
Molecular Formula	C9H20N2
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Aminopropyl)-4-methylpiperidine; 4-Methyl-1-(3-aminopropyl)piperidine; 3-[(4-Methyl-1-piperidinyl)propyl]amine; N-(3-Aminopropyl)-4-methylpiperidine; 3-(4-Methylpiperidino)propylamine; 3-(4-Methyl-1-piperazinyl)propylamine (common misnomer); 4-Methyl-N-(3-aminopropyl)piperidine
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Methyl-Piperidin-1-Yl)-Propylamine adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	≤ 1.0% (total)

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