1-Benzyl-4-cyano-4-phenylpiperidine

The overall synthesis involves using this compound (or its hydrochloride salt) in a process that ultimately yields meperidine. 1-Benzyl-4-cyano-4-phenylpiperidine is a key intermediate in the synthesis of meperidine hydrochloride.

API Name Meperidine hydrochloride
CAS No 56243-25-5
Molecular Formula C19H20N2
Molecular Weight 276.4 g/mol
Synonyms 1-benzyl-4-phenylpiperidine-4-carbonitrile