Description

1-Methylpiperidine-2-Carboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of pipecolic acid, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized, nitrogen-containing scaffold essential for constructing complex molecular architectures with high stereochemical control. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and specialty chemical companies engaged in developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for neurologic and metabolic drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Incorporated into peptide analogs and mimetics to modulate biological activity and stability.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tool compounds for biochemical research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for various specialty and performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methylpiperidine-2-Carboxylic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	7730-87-2
Molecular Formula	C7H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	179.65 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-piperidinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 1-Methylpipecolic acid hydrochloride; (R/S)-1-Methylpipecolic acid hydrochloride; 1-Methyl-DL-pipecolic acid hydrochloride; 2-Carboxy-1-methylpiperidine hydrochloride; 1-Methyl-2-carboxypiperidine hydrochloride; NSC 403697; Pipecolic acid, 1-methyl-, hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Methylpiperidine-2-Carboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are available upon request.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude 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%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.