Compound Q&A
What is 1-Methyl-4-piperidinone (CAS: 1445-73-4)?
Answer
1-Methyl-4-piperidinone is a cyclic ketone compound with the chemical formula C6H11NO. It features a six-membered piperidine ring with a ketone group at position 4 and a methyl substituent at position 1. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis due to its reactivity and structural versatility. It is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and is soluble in polar solvents.
About
CAS No
1445-73-4
English Name
1-Methyl-4-piperidinone
Molecular Formula
C6H11NO
Molecular Weight
113.16 g/mol
SMILES
CN1CCC(=O)CC1
InChIKey
HUUPVABNAQUEJW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
