Description

4-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Pyrrolidin-2-One is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyrrolidinone core linked to a pyridine moiety, making it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for research and development in medicinal chemistry, where its unique scaffold is utilized to create novel pharmacologically active molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical innovators, and specialty chemical manufacturers for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the design and synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a functional component in the creation of novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for developing advanced polymers with specific thermal or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Pyrrolidin-2-One
CAS No.	1268132-89-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2O
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Pyridinyl)-2-pyrrolidinone; 2-Pyrrolidinone, 4-(4-pyridinyl)-; 4-Pyridin-4-ylpyrrolidin-2-one; 4-(4-Pyridyl)pyrrolidin-2-one; 4-(Pyridin-4-yl)-2-pyrrolidone; 4-(4-Pyridinyl)pyrrolidin-2-one; 4-(Pyridin-4-yl)pyrrolidin-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Pyrrolidin-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.