Description

1,1'-Hexamethylenebis(Pyrrolidin-2-One) is a high-purity, bifunctional chemical building block featuring two pyrrolidinone moieties linked by a hexamethylene spacer. This structure is critical for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring rigid, amide-like linkers or as a precursor for prodrugs.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyamides, polyimides, and other high-performance polymers with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a crosslinker in coatings, adhesives, and resin systems to improve durability and chemical resistance.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Hexamethylenebis(Pyrrolidin-2-One)
CAS No.	34751-43-4
Molecular Formula	C16H28N2O2
Molecular Weight	280.41 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-(Hexane-1,6-diyl)bis(pyrrolidin-2-one); N,N'-Hexane-1,6-diylbis(2-pyrrolidone); 1,1'-Hexamethylenebis(2-pyrrolidinone); Bis(2-oxo-1-pyrrolidinyl)hexane; Hexamethylene bis(2-pyrrolidone); HBPO; 1,6-Bis(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)hexane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Hexamethylenebis(Pyrrolidin-2-One) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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