Molekula
Ethyl nipecotate
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Ethyl nipecotate is a synthetic organic compound used primarily as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. It is a liquid at room temperature with a molecular weight of 157.21 g/mol, identified by the CAS number 5006-62-2. The compound has the molecular formula C5H10NCOOCH2CH3 and should be stored at ambient temperature. It is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Ethyl nipecotate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — $68.40 per pack
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100 g — $135.85 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 46246962 |
| CAS Number | 5006-62-2 |
| IUPAC Name | ethyl piperidine-3-carboxylate |
| EC Number | 225-681-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H10NCOOCH2CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 157.21 |
| Exact Mass | 157.1103 |
| SMILES | CCOC(=O)C1CCCNC1 |
| InChIKey | XIWBSOUNZWSFKU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H15NO2/c1-2-11-8(10)7-4-3-5-9-6-7/h7,9H,2-6H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 98969 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.39.9200 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399999 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H227 Combustible liquid
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (S)-Ethyl nipecotate
- 3-(Ethoxycarbonyl)piperidine
- 3-ethoxycarbonylpiperidin
- 3-piperidinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester
- 3-Piperidinecarboxylic acid, ethyl ester, (3R)-
- a-Ethyl nipecotate
- Ethyl 3-piperidinecarboxylate
- Ethyl piperidine-3-carboxylate
- Nipecotic acid ethyl ester
- Piperidine-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
Frequently asked questions
What is ethyl nipecotate used for?
Ethyl nipecotate is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly as a building block for GABA uptake inhibitors such as tiagabine and other nipecotic acid derivatives, as well as other piperidine-containing bioactive compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ethyl nipecotate?
The formula is C5H10NCOOCH2CH3 and the molecular weight is 157.21 g/mol.
How should ethyl nipecotate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of ethyl nipecotate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ethyl nipecotate in research-grade purity, suitable for laboratory and synthetic applications.
Can Molekula supply ethyl nipecotate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ethyl nipecotate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of ethyl nipecotate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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