4-Hydroxypiperidine

• CAT Number: R040720
• CAS Number: 5382-16-1
• Molecular Formula: C5H11NO
• Molecular Weight: 101.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-Piperidinol; 4-Hydroxyhexahydropyridine; (±)-4-Piperidinol; NSC 62083
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: piperidin-4-ol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H11NO/c7-5-1-3-6-4-2-5/h5-7H,1-4H2
• InChIKey: HDOWRFHMPULYOA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1CNCCC1O

4-Hydroxypiperidine (Cat No.: R040720) is a six-membered heterocyclic compound featuring a hydroxyl group at the 4-position of the piperidine ring. It serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. The presence of both secondary amine and alcohol functionalities allows for diverse chemical modifications, including amidation, alkylation, and cyclization. 4-Hydroxypiperidine is commonly used in the development of CNS-active agents and other bioactive molecules. It is intended for laboratory research and chemical development under controlled conditions.