Molekula
Piperazine hexahydrate
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Piperazine hexahydrate is a crystalline compound used in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemicals, and as a corrosion inhibitor. It is a hydrated form of piperazine, providing a stable source of the parent compound. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 194.23 g/mol, a CAS number of 142-63-2, and should be stored at ambient temperatures. It carries the signal word Danger because it causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314, sub-category 1B) and may cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled (H334); it may also cause an allergic skin reaction (H317) and is suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child (H361). Molekula supplies Piperazine hexahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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200 g — £58.00 per pack ex VAT · £69.60 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white to light yellow powder |
| Melting Point | 42 - 46°C |
| Identification (RAMAN) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 32234297 |
| CAS Number | 142-63-2 |
| IUPAC Name | piperazine;hexahydrate |
| Molecular Formula | C4H10N2 · 6H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 194.23 |
| Exact Mass | 194.1478 |
| SMILES | C1CNCCN1.O.O.O.O.O.O |
| InChIKey | AVRVZRUEXIEGMP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H10N2.6H2O/c1-2-6-4-3-5-1;;;;;;/h5-6H,1-4H2;6*1H2 |
| PubChem CID | 120181 |
| UN Number | UN2579 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29335995 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- 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
- P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1,4-PIPERAZINE HEXAHYDRATE
- Arthriticine
- Diethylenediamine hexahydrate
- Parid
- Piperazine hydrate CRS
- Piperazine--water (1/6)
- PIPERAZINE, HYDRATE (1:6)
- USAF A-3803
- Vermisol
- Vermyl (TN)
Frequently asked questions
What is piperazine hexahydrate used for?
It is primarily used as a raw material in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of piperazine hexahydrate?
The formula is C4H10N2 · 6H2O with a molecular weight of 194.23 g/mol.
How should piperazine hexahydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade is available for piperazine hexahydrate?
It is available in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply piperazine hexahydrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply piperazine hexahydrate in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a purchase of piperazine hexahydrate?
Each order includes a certificate of analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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