Molekula
(R)-(+)-Piperazine-2-carboxylic acid
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(R)-(+)-Piperazine-2-carboxylic acid is a chiral organic compound used in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a building block in medicinal chemistry. It serves as a key intermediate in the development of bioactive molecules. Available with a CAS number of 31321-68-3, its molecular formula is C5H10N2O2 and molecular weight is 130.15 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperature and handled with care due to its warning signal word. Molekula supplies (R)-(+)-Piperazine-2-carboxylic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 g — £150.60 per pack ex VAT · £180.72 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White/ off white/ light yellow powder |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 0 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 59717481 |
| CAS Number | 31321-68-3 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R)-piperazine-2-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 634-825-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H10N2O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 130.15 |
| Exact Mass | 130.0742 |
| SMILES | C1CN[C@H](CN1)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | JSSXHAMIXJGYCS-SCSAIBSYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H10N2O2/c8-5(9)4-3-6-1-2-7-4/h4,6-7H,1-3H2,(H,8,9)/t4-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6558437 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.59.1800 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
- P308+P313 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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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- (2R)-piperazine-2-carboxylic acid
- (r)-2-carboxypiperazine
- 2-Piperazinecarboxylic acid, (2R)-
- JSSXHAMIXJGYCS-SCSAIBSYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is (R)-(+)-Piperazine-2-carboxylic acid used for?
It is primarily used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C5H10N2O2 with a molecular weight of 130.15 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in high purity (≥98%) for research and pharmaceutical synthesis.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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