Description

4-Ethylpiperazin-2-One Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt compound, serving as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its defined chemical structure, which is essential for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. This product is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), and chemical companies specializing in custom synthesis and the production of complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used as a versatile precursor for constructing complex piperazine and piperidone-based molecular frameworks.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new pesticides and herbicides with specific biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial research for method development and novel compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex ligands for catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethylpiperazin-2-One Hydrochloride
CAS No.	65464-00-8
Molecular Formula	C6H13N2O·HCl
Molecular Weight	164.64 g/mol (Free base: 128.18 g/mol)
Synonyms	1-Ethylpiperazin-2-one hydrochloride; 4-Ethyl-2-piperazinone hydrochloride; 2-Piperazinone, 4-ethyl-, hydrochloride; 1-Ethyl-2-ketopiperazine hydrochloride; 4-Ethyl-2-oxopiperazine hydrochloride; 1-Ethylpiperazine-2-one HCl; 4-Ethylpiperazinone HCl
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Quality Control

Our 4-Ethylpiperazin-2-One Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications suitable for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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