4-(3-Hydroxypropyl)piperidine

• CAT Number: R016413
• CAS Number: 7037-49-2
• Molecular Formula: C8H17NO
• Molecular Weight: 143.23
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-Piperidinepropanol; 3-(4-Piperidinyl)-1-propanol; 3-(4-Piperidinyl)propanol
• Storage: Store at RT
• IUPAC Name: 3-piperidin-4-ylpropan-1-ol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H17NO/c10-7-1-2-8-3-5-9-6-4-8/h8-10H,1-7H2
• InChIKey: DBIMLJDSPUCGGY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1CNCCC1CCCO

4-(3-Hydroxypropyl)piperidine is a heterocyclic compound commonly used in pharmaceutical research and organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring a piperidine ring with a hydroxypropyl group at the 4-position, makes it a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of bioactive molecules and drug candidates. This compound is often employed in the development of therapeutic agents, including receptor modulators and enzyme inhibitors. Its reactivity allows for various chemical modifications, contributing to advancements in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery efforts.