Description

Glutarimide is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound with a six-membered ring structure containing an imide group. This chemical serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents and antimicrobial compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of other nitrogen-containing heterocycles, lactams, and specialty polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in biochemical studies as a structural motif or inhibitor probe for certain enzymatic processes.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for the development of polyimides and other high-performance polymers with thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glutarimide
CAS No.	1121-89-7
Molecular Formula	C5H7NO2
Molecular Weight	113.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Glutarimide; Piperidine-2,6-dione; 2,6-Piperidinedione; 2,6-Diketopiperidine; Glutaric acid imide; Hexahydro-2,6-dioxopyridine; NSC 9237; 1,3-Diazacyclohexane-2,6-dione
EINECS	214-340-9

Quality Control

Our Glutarimide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from tests such as HPLC assay, identification by FT-IR, and residual solvent analysis. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155°C - 160°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.