Description

5-Oxo-Pyrrolidine-3-Carboxylic Acid Amide is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for synthesizing pyrrolidinone-based drug candidates, including nootropic agents and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators that incorporate the 2-pyrrolidone scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional polymers requiring specific heterocyclic motifs.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition research due to its structural similarity to natural lactams.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in creating novel polymers and coatings with specific thermal or solubility properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Oxo-Pyrrolidine-3-Carboxylic Acid Amide
CAS No.	14466-21-8
Molecular Formula	C5H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carbamoyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid; 5-Oxo-DL-proline amide; 3-Carbamoyl-2-pyrrolidinone; 5-Oxoproline amide; 2-Pyrrolidinone-3-carboxamide; 3-Aminocarbonyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid; (RS)-5-Oxoproline amide; DL-5-Oxoproline amide
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Quality Control

Our 5-Oxo-Pyrrolidine-3-Carboxylic Acid Amide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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