Description

3-Piperidine Acetic Acid is a versatile nitrogen-containing carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique piperidine-acetic acid hybrid structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored pharmacological or agrochemical properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing receptor-modulating activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the piperidine moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chiral ligands, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Employed in medicinal chemistry to design and synthesize peptide analogs and mimetics for drug discovery programs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional polymers requiring specific nitrogen-containing architectures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in both academic laboratories and corporate R&D centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Piperidine Acetic Acid
CAS No.	74494-52-3
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO2
Molecular Weight	143.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Piperidineacetic Acid; 2-(Piperidin-3-yl)acetic Acid; 3-Carboxymethylpiperidine; β-Piperidylacetic Acid; NSC 163022; 3-Piperidinylacetic Acid; (Piperidin-3-yl)acetic Acid; 3-Piperidine Acetic Acid CAS NO 74494-52-3
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Quality Control

Our 3-Piperidine Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We can support development projects requiring material compliant with ICH guidelines or other specific regulatory frameworks.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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