Description

5-Methyl-5-Phenylpiperidin-2-One is a high-purity, versatile piperidinone derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key chiral intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral scaffold for the synthesis of potential central nervous system (CNS) active drugs, analgesics, and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its piperidine core structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile precursor for the preparation of more complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of novel chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic and R&D: Utilized in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-5-Phenylpiperidin-2-One
CAS No.	7149-39-5
Molecular Formula	C12H15NO
Molecular Weight	189.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-5-phenyl-2-piperidinone; 5-Phenyl-5-methylpiperidin-2-one; 2-Piperidinone, 5-methyl-5-phenyl-; 5-Methyl-5-phenyl-2-piperidone; 5-Methyl-5-phenyl-δ-valerolactam; 5-Phenyl-5-methyl-2-piperidinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-5-Phenylpiperidin-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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