Description

2-Piperazinone (CAS NO 5625-67-2) is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its piperazine-derived structure makes it a valuable scaffold for constructing more complex molecules with specific biological or chemical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing piperazine-containing drug candidates, including potential antipsychotics, antidepressants, and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the piperazinone moiety can enhance biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, such as polyamides or resins with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and developing novel synthetic methodologies in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Piperazinone
CAS No.	5625-67-2
Molecular Formula	C₄H₈N₂O
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Piperazin-2-one; 2-Ketopiperazine; 2-Oxopiperazine; Diketopiperazine (DKP); Cyclo(glycylglycine); Glycine anhydride; 1,4-Diazacyclohexan-2-one; 1,4-Diaza-2-cyclohexanone
EINECS	227-062-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Piperazinone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the rigorous standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and reliability for your critical processes.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.