Description

4-Oxo-Pyrrolidine-1,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester is a versatile and high-purity chemical intermediate, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized pyrrolidinone core, which serves as a critical building block for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals. The CAS number for this compound is provided in the table below.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of N-substituted pyrrolidinones and other bioactive molecules, including potential nootropic agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require a functionalized lactam scaffold.
• Organic Chemistry Research: Serves as a versatile building block for academic and industrial R&D in heterocyclic chemistry and medicinal chemistry projects.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex ligands for catalysis.
• Peptidomimetic Development: The 2-pyrrolidinone structure is valuable for creating peptide analogs and conformationally restricted scaffolds in drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Oxo-Pyrrolidine-1,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	3751-82-4
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO5
Molecular Weight	229.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 4-oxopyrrolidine-1,3-dicarboxylate; 1,3-Diethoxycarbonyl-4-pyrrolidinone; 4-Oxo-1,3-pyrrolidinedicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-oxo-1,3-pyrrolidinedicarboxylate; 1,3-Pyrrolidinedicarboxylic acid, 4-oxo-, diethyl ester; NSC 163045; 4-Ketopyrrolidine-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester
EINECS	223-155-6

Quality Control

Our 4-Oxo-Pyrrolidine-1,3-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production-grade requirements.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	60 - 64 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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