2-Benzylpiperidine

About 2-Benzylpiperidine

2-Benzylpiperidine is a saturated N-heterocycle carrying the CAS registry number 32838-55-4. With the molecular formula C12H17N, it has a molar mass of 175.27 g/mol. Alternative names: Piperidine, 2-(phenylmethyl)- and 2-(Phenylmethyl)piperidine.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Benzylpiperidine
Catalogue No.	VQ-049717
CAS Number	32838-55-4
IUPAC name	2-benzylpiperidine
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₇N
Molecular weight	175.27 g/mol
Exact mass	175.1361
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	ITXCORRITGNIHP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1CCNC(C1)CC2=CC=CC=C2
PubChem CID	118004

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	12 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Benzylpiperidine?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Benzylpiperidine is 32838-55-4. It is also known as Piperidine, 2-(phenylmethyl)-, 2-(Phenylmethyl)piperidine, Piperidine, 2-benzyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Benzylpiperidine?

2-Benzylpiperidine has the molecular formula C12H17N and a molecular weight of 175.27 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-benzylpiperidine.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Benzylpiperidine can I order?

We supply 2-Benzylpiperidine, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Benzylpiperidine?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Benzylpiperidine is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Benzylpiperidine be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Benzylpiperidine is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.