2Pyridylpiperidine

2-Pyridylpiperidine is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C10H14N2. It is a derivative of piperidine where a pyridyl group is attached to the second carbon atom of the piperidine ring. This structure consists of a six-membered saturated heterocyclic ring containing one nitrogen atom, with a pyridine ring attached to it.

The compound exists as a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature. Its physical properties, such as boiling point and solubility, are characteristic of organic amines. It is generally soluble in organic solvents and has some solubility in water.

2-Pyridylpiperidine can be synthesized through various organic reactions, often involving the coupling of a pyridine derivative with a piperidine precursor or vice versa. Its chemical reactivity is influenced by the presence of both the basic piperidine nitrogen and the aromatic pyridine ring.

This compound and its derivatives have found applications in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis. They can serve as building blocks for the synthesis of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals. Some research has explored its potential biological activities, although it is not widely used as a standalone drug. Its presence in chemical literature often relates to its role as an intermediate or a structural motif in the development of new chemical entities.