Description

1-(2-Methylphenyl)Pyrrolidin-2-One is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the pyrrolidinone class, valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for ensuring consistent quality and reliable supply in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily required by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and development as well as production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable compound for method development and exploratory synthesis in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Methylphenyl)Pyrrolidin-2-One
CAS No.	24059-71-0
Molecular Formula	C11H13NO
Molecular Weight	175.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-N-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)aniline; 1-(o-Tolyl)pyrrolidin-2-one; 2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-(2-methylphenyl)-; 1-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-pyrrolidinone; o-Tolylpyrrolidinone; N-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-pyrrolidinone; 24059-71-0; 1-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-pyrrolidone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Methylphenyl)Pyrrolidin-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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