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4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl is a chloro-substituted intermediate widely used in nucleophilic displacement reactions featuring Piperidine, Benzene ring systems. ChemContract Research supplies this moderate-complexity compound in high purity from our Huntington Beach, California facility, ensuring consistent quality and reliable domestic delivery throughout the United States. Supplied as the hydrochloride salt form for enhanced stability and handling.
Chloro substituents serve a dual role in drug design — as synthetic handles for late-stage functionalization and as bioisosteres that modulate lipophilicity and binding affinity. The piperidine ring is the most common nitrogen heterocycle in FDA-approved drugs, appearing in over 70 marketed pharmaceuticals across CNS, cardiovascular, and oncology indications. Hydrochloride is the most common salt form for basic drug substances — approximately half of all salt-form drugs on the market are HCl salts, valued for their crystallinity and aqueous solubility.
Primary applications include nucleophilic aromatic substitution (snar) for ether and amine formation and cns drug scaffold (present in donepezil, methylphenidate, fentanyl class). This compound serves researchers and manufacturers across the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, fine chemical sectors. Whether you require 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl for early-stage research, process development, or commercial-scale production, ChemContract Research offers flexible ordering from milligram to multi-kilogram quantities with custom synthesis options and full batch documentation including Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheets.
How 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl is used across pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors
Nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) for ether and amine formation
CNS drug scaffold (present in donepezil, methylphenidate, fentanyl class)
Improved handling characteristics versus the free base form
Grignard reagent precursor for C–C bond construction
Conformationally-restricted amine for receptor binding optimization
Direct formulation excipient in oral solid dosage forms
Detailed specifications for this chlorinated compound, including purity, molecular weight, and analytical data are available upon request. Every batch from ChemContract Research includes:
Some chlorinated compounds are volatile or irritating. Use a fume hood and appropriate PPE. Acid chlorides react vigorously with water. Handle with standard precautions. Piperidine and some derivatives have strong amine odors. Use a fume hood. Handle with standard precautions. Hydrochloride salts are generally more stable than free bases.
Store at recommended temperature in a well-sealed container. Protect from moisture and strong bases. Store at room temperature in a well-sealed container. Some N-unsubstituted piperidines are volatile. Store at room temperature in a tightly sealed container. Protect from humidity.
Every batch of 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl is produced under cGMP conditions with full CoA documentation, HPLC purity verification, and lot traceability.
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Common questions about 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl
4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl is a chloro-substituted intermediate widely used in nucleophilic displacement reactions used primarily in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Key applications include nucleophilic aromatic substitution (snar) for ether and amine formation and cns drug scaffold (present in donepezil, methylphenidate, fentanyl class).
ChemContract Research is a trusted USA-based supplier of 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl. We offer competitive pricing, fast domestic shipping from our Huntington Beach, California facility, and full quality documentation including Certificates of Analysis (CoA). Request a quote at chemistry@chem-contract.com or call +1 (714) 732-8549.
ChemContract Research supplies 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl in multiple purity grades: ≥95% standard grade, ≥97% high-purity grade, and ≥99% ultra-high-purity grade depending on application requirements. We can also provide custom purity grades through our synthesis capabilities. Contact us for specific purity information and CoA documentation.
Yes. ChemContract Research offers custom synthesis services for 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl from milligram to multi-kilogram scale. Our cGMP-compliant facilities and experienced chemists can accommodate custom specifications, packaging requirements, and delivery timelines. Contact our team to discuss your project.
The Piperidine ring system(s) in 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl is a privileged structure in medicinal chemistry, appearing in numerous FDA-approved drugs. This scaffold is commonly used in kinase inhibitor design, GPCR modulator development, and lead optimization programs. ChemContract supplies this building block for early-stage discovery through process-scale manufacturing.
As a chlorinated compound, 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)piperidine HCl is an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions including Suzuki, Heck, Negishi, Sonogashira, and Buchwald–Hartwig amination. It can also be used for Grignard reagent preparation, metal–halogen exchange with organolithium reagents, and nucleophilic substitution reactions.
Store at recommended temperature in a well-sealed container. Protect from moisture and strong bases. Store at room temperature in a well-sealed container. Some N-unsubstituted piperidines are volatile. Store at room temperature in a tightly sealed container. Protect from humidity. Always consult the compound-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provided with your order for detailed storage requirements. ChemContract Research includes handling and storage documentation with every shipment.
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