Description

1-Ethyl-3-Pyrrolidinone is a versatile, high-purity heterocyclic compound belonging to the pyrrolidinone family. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and solvent in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is essential for research and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a polar aprotic solvent for demanding chemical reactions, including polymerizations and condensations.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry and material science research for creating novel molecular structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Electronic Chemicals: Potential application in the formulation of specialty chemicals for the electronics industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-3-Pyrrolidinone
CAS No.	102153-86-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO
Molecular Weight	113.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Ethyl-3-pyrrolidinone; 3-Pyrrolidinone, 1-ethyl-; 1-Ethylpyrrolidin-3-one; N-Ethyl-3-pyrrolidone; 1-Ethyl-3-pyrrolidone; 3-Pyrrolidone, N-ethyl-
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-3-Pyrrolidinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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