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Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate

Also known as: Methyl isonipecotate, Isonipecotic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-piperidinecarboxylate, Piperidine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 4-Piperidinecarboxylic acid methyl ester, Isonipecotic acid methyl, Methyl Piperidinecarboxylate, 4-Piperidinecarboxylic acid, methyl ester, MFCD00190578

Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate (CAS 2971-79-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H13NO2 and a molecular weight of 143.18600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 50ºC, a boiling point of 85-90°C, a density of 1.06 and a flash point of 88.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
2971-79-1
Jingsj CID
J-1127277-8
Molecular Formula
C7H13NO2
Molecular Weight
143.18600 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point50ºC
Boiling Point85-90°C
Density1.06
Flash Point88.9 °C
Exact Mass179.071304
PSA42.91000
LogP0.70200
Vapor Pressure0.457mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.465

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933399090
Summary2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate is 2971-79-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate?

Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate has molecular formula C7H13NO2 and molecular weight 143.18600 g/mol.

Is Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate hazardous?

Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate?

For Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate, Upstream Products: Methyl isonicotinate, Methanol, Isonipecotic acid; Downstream Products: 6-Bromo-2-methoxyquinoline, 1-Boc-isonipecotic acid hydrazide, 4-Piperidinemethanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl piperidine-4-carboxylate (CAS 2971-79-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1127277-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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