Description

2,4-Dimethylpiperidine is a versatile alicyclic amine featuring two methyl substituents on its piperidine ring. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from catalyst development to the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block and precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its structural properties contribute to biological activity.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including polyamides and epoxy curing agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,4-Dimethylpiperidine
CAS No.	6287-19-0
Molecular Formula	C7H15N
Molecular Weight	113.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethylpiperidine; 2,4-DMP; 2,4-Dimethylpiperidin; 2,4-Dimethyl-piperidine; 2,4-Dimethylhexahydropyridine; NSC 60547; UNII-4G8T5E6F8O; Piperidine, 2,4-dimethyl-
EINECS	228-517-5

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethylpiperidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.810 - 0.830
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

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