Description

1-Amino-4-Piperidinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile piperidine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional nature, featuring both a primary amine and an ester group, which enables its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the piperidine scaffold is a common structural motif.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of peptide analogs and protease inhibitors due to its constrained cyclic structure.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific functional properties.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or linker in bioconjugation chemistry and the development of chemical tools for biological study.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Amino-4-Piperidinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	6241-81-2
Molecular Formula	C8H16N2O2
Molecular Weight	172.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 1-Amino-4-piperidinecarboxylate; Ethyl 4-Aminopiperidine-1-carboxylate; 4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)piperidin-1-amine; 1-Aminoisonipecotic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Amino-1-piperidinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1-Amino-4-carbethoxypiperidine; 4-Aminopiperidine-1-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1-N-Aminopiperidine-4-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-4-Piperidinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding research and development projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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