Description

1-Ethylhexahydro-2H-Azepine-2-One is a specialized nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound, a derivative of caprolactam. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a functionalized azepine scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, contributing to the development of new modes of action.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polyamides and other high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex nitrogen heterocycles and fine chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Ethylhexahydro-2H-Azepine-2-One
CAS No.	19797-08-1
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO
Molecular Weight	141.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethylazepan-2-one; N-Ethylcaprolactam; N-Ethylhexahydro-2H-azepin-2-one; 1-Ethyl-2-azepanone; 2H-Azepin-2-one, hexahydro-1-ethyl-; N-Ethyl-ε-caprolactam; 1-Ethylhexamethyleneimine-2-one
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Ethylhexahydro-2H-Azepine-2-One adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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