Description

1-(Piperidin-4-Yl)Propan-1-One is a versatile organic building block featuring a ketone group attached to a piperidine scaffold. This structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fine chemicals, and novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive piperidine core.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for various specialty chemicals used in material science and catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in medicinal chemistry programs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Piperidin-4-Yl)Propan-1-One
CAS No.	86542-94-1
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO
Molecular Weight	141.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Propanone, 1-(4-piperidinyl)-; 4-Propanoylpiperidine; 4-Propionylpiperidine; 1-(4-Piperidyl)-1-propanone; 4-Propionylpiperidine; NSC 406106; 1-Piperidin-4-yl-propan-1-one
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Piperidin-4-Yl)Propan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.