Description

2-(4-Methyl-Piperidin-1-Yl)-Propylamine is a versatile organic amine compound featuring a piperidine core, which serves as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, containing both a secondary amine and a primary amine group, makes it an invaluable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, catalyst development, and polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of central nervous system (CNS) agents and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structural motif contributes to biological activity.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Serves as a precursor for manufacturing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed as a curing agent, cross-linker, or functional additive in epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and other high-performance polymers to enhance thermal and mechanical properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in specialty formulations designed to protect metals in industrial and oilfield applications.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methyl-Piperidin-1-Yl)-Propylamine
CAS No.	68497-73-4
Molecular Formula	C9H20N2
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Aminopropyl)-4-methylpiperidine; 4-Methyl-1-(3-aminopropyl)piperidine; N-(3-Aminopropyl)-4-methylpiperidine; 3-((4-Methylpiperidin-1-yl)propan-1-amine; 1-(3-Aminopropyl)-4-methyl-piperidine; 4-Methyl-N-(3-aminopropyl)piperidine
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(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 (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Any individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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