Description

N-(Hydroxymethyl)Piperazine is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a piperazine ring and a hydroxymethyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and specialty chemical applications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and polymer additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules, including antibiotics, antivirals, and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and polyurethanes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in industrial water treatment and metalworking fluid formulations.
• Chelating Agent: Utilized in processes requiring metal ion sequestration, such as in textile processing or detergent formulations.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	N-(Hydroxymethyl)Piperazine
CAS No.	90324-69-9
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Hydroxymethyl)piperazine; N-Hydroxymethylpiperazine; Piperazine, 1-(hydroxymethyl)-; 1-Piperazinemethanol; Hydroxymethylpiperazine; (Hydroxymethyl)piperazine; N-Methylolpiperazine; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)piperazine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our N-(Hydroxymethyl)Piperazine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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