Description

n-(4-Nitrobenzyl)Piperidine-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring a piperidine core functionalized with a carboxylic acid and a nitrobenzyl group. This compound is of significant value in pharmaceutical research and development, serving as a critical intermediate for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to incorporate its unique structural motifs into new molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Used in organic synthesis for the construction of piperidine-based scaffolds and as a precursor for further functional group transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as an intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions or as a component in organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(4-Nitrobenzyl)Piperidine-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	901924-23-0
Molecular Formula	C13H16N2O4
Molecular Weight	264.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Nitrobenzyl)amino]piperidine-4-carboxylic acid; 1-(4-Nitrobenzyl)piperidine-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-1-(4-nitrobenzyl)piperidine; Piperidine-4-carboxylic acid, 1-[(4-nitrophenyl)methyl]-; 901924-23-0; 4-(4-Nitrobenzylamino)piperidine-4-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our n-(4-Nitrobenzyl)Piperidine-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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