Category:
Chiral Intermediates
CAS NO:
38385-95-4
Standard:
USP,
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2-Piperidin-4-yl-1H-benzimidazole is a key heterocyclic intermediate synthesized via condensation of o-phenylenediamine with piperidine derivatives. Its molecular formula is C12H15N3, though a specific CAS registry number is not universally assigned for this exact unsubstituted structure in major commercial databases.
Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C to prevent oxidation. Handle with nitrile gloves in fume hoods due to potential mutagenicity; avoid inhalation of dust or vapors during industrial processing.