Description

4 - Piperidinecarboxylic Acid, 1 - (1H - Imidazol - 5 - Ylmethyl) is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound featuring a piperidine backbone functionalized with an imidazole moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel pharmacologically active molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis teams requiring precise and reliable intermediates.

Application

This specialized intermediate is designed for high-value synthesis applications across several industries.

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, enzyme inhibitors, and receptor modulators.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Development: Used in research and process development for new APIs where the piperidine-imidazole scaffold is pharmacologically relevant.
• Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Discovery: A key building block for constructing compound libraries for high-throughput screening (HTS) and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the development of chemical probes and tools for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for agrochemicals or advanced material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4 - Piperidinecarboxylic Acid, 1 - (1H - Imidazol - 5 - Ylmethyl)
CAS No.	914637-46-0
Molecular Formula	C10H15N3O2
Molecular Weight	209.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(1H-Imidazol-5-yl)methyl]piperidine-4-carboxylic acid; 1-(1H-Imidazol-5-ylmethyl)piperidine-4-carboxylic Acid; 4-Piperidinecarboxylic acid, 1-(1H-imidazol-5-ylmethyl)-; 1-(Imidazol-5-ylmethyl)isonipecotic acid; 1-[(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)methyl]piperidine-4-carboxylic acid (tautomer); 1H-Imidazole-5-methanol, α-(4-carboxy-1-piperidinyl)-; 914637-46-0; UNII-9J3V6S6A1F
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and development. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and impurity profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing the specific results from our quality control protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.