1′-Azaspiro[oxirane-2,3′-bicyclo[2.2.2]octane] hydrochloride

Its spirocyclic structure and reactive oxirane (epoxide) ring make it valuable for building complex molecules in medicinal chemistry, particularly for CNS-acting drugs. 1′-Azaspiro[oxirane-2,3′-bicyclooctane] hydrochloride (CAS 64168-68-9) is used mainly as a crucial chemical intermediate in the organic synthesis of pharmaceuticals, most notably for producing Cevimeline, a drug used for treating dry mouth (xerostomia) associated with Sjögren’s syndrome.

API Name Cevimeline
CAS No 64168-68-9
Molecular Formula C8H14ClNO
Molecular Weight 175.65 g/mol
Synonyms spiro[1-azabicyclo[2.2.2]octane-3,2'-oxirane];hydrochloride

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