Molekula
1-(3-Chlorophenyl)piperazine (MCPP)
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1-(3-Chlorophenyl)piperazine (MCPP) is a chlorinated piperazine derivative primarily used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly for the production of antipsychotic and antidepressant drugs. It is also employed in research as a pharmacological tool to study serotonin receptor interactions. This chemical has a CAS number of 6640-24-0, a molecular formula of C10H13ClN2, and a molecular weight of 196.68 g/mol. It should be stored at 2 to 8°C and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety classification. Molekula supplies 1-(3-Chlorophenyl)piperazine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or off-white powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥99.0% |
| Related Impurities Total | ≤1.0% |
| Single Largest Impurity | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 49626060 |
| CAS Number | 6640-24-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-(3-chlorophenyl)piperazine |
| EC Number | 229-654-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H13ClN2 |
| Molecular Weight | 196.68 |
| Exact Mass | 196.0767 |
| SMILES | C1CN(CCN1)C2=CC(=CC=C2)Cl |
| InChIKey | VHFVKMTVMIZMIK-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H13ClN2/c11-9-2-1-3-10(8-9)13-6-4-12-5-7-13/h1-3,8,12H,4-7H2 |
| PubChem CID | 1355 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29335995 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599500 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-(3-Chlorophenyl)piperazine
- 1-(m-Chlorophenyl)piperazine
- 3-chlorophenylpiperazine
- 4-(3-Chlorophenyl)piperazine
- dihydrochloro phenyl piperazine
- m-Chlorophenylpiperazine
- m-chlorophenylpiperazine (m-CPP)
- m-CPP
- Piperazine, (3-chlorophenyl)-
- Piperazine, 1-(3-chlorophenyl)-
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-(3-Chlorophenyl)piperazine (MCPP) commonly used for?
MCPP is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, including the antidepressants trazodone and nefazodone, and as a building block in agrochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of MCPP?
The chemical formula is C₁₀H₁₃ClN₂, and the molecular weight is 196.68 g/mol.
How should MCPP be stored?
Store MCPP at 2–8°C in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What purity grades of MCPP does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies MCPP in pharmaceutical-grade purity (typically ≥98%) for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply MCPP in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide MCPP in bulk, with quantities and packaging tailored to your specific requirements—please contact us for details.
What documentation is provided with an order of MCPP?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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