4-Phenylpiperidine-4-carboxylic acid, compound with toluene-p-sulphonic acid

The final step in the synthesis involves converting this carboxylic acid into an ethyl ester and forming the hydrochloride salt. 4-Phenylpiperidine-4-carboxylic acid, compounded with toluene-p-sulphonic acid, is a key intermediate (also known as pethidine intermediate C or pethidinic acid) in the synthesis of Meperidine Hydrochloride.

API Name Meperidine hydrochloride
CAS No 3627-45-0
Molecular Formula C12H15NO2
Molecular Weight 205.25 g/mol
Synonyms 4-phenylpiperidine-4-carboxylic acid

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