Product description
Ethyl 1-benzoylpiperidine-4-carboxylate is a synthetic organic compound used primarily in chemical research. It features a benzoyl group attached to a piperidine ring, making it useful in various synthetic and medicinal chemistry applications.
Properties
Molecular formula: C15H19NO3
Molecular weight: 261.32 g/mol
Appearance: Likely a white to off-white crystalline powder or colorless oil
Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol, and DMSO
Applications and usage
Used as a building block in organic synthesis
Research tool in medicinal chemistry for drug development
Potential applications in the synthesis of pharmacologically active compounds
Safety and handling
For research use only - not for human or veterinary use
Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves and eye protection
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light
Avoid inhalation, ingestion, and contact with skin and eyes
Involved human diseases
While not directly treating diseases, Ethyl 1-benzoylpiperidine-4-carboxylate is relevant to research involving:
Cancer (due to its potential use in synthesizing anticancer agents)
Metabolic syndrome and diabetes (as part of studies on SCD-1 inhibitors)
Parasitic infections (due to its potential antiparasitic properties)