Description

1-Propanoylpyrrolidin-2-One is a high-purity organic compound, also known as N-Propanoylpyrrolidin-2-one, serving as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its specific lactam-based structure, which is crucial for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing lactam or amide functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a propanoylating agent or a precursor in various organic transformations, including amide bond formation and ring-opening reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polyamides and other performance polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Propanoylpyrrolidin-2-One
CAS No.	77015-41-9
Molecular Formula	C7H11NO2
Molecular Weight	141.17 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Propanoylpyrrolidin-2-one; 1-Propanoyl-2-pyrrolidinone; 2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-propanoyl-; N-Propionyl-2-pyrrolidinone; NSC 406925; 1-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)propan-1-one
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Quality Control

Our 1-Propanoylpyrrolidin-2-One is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support its use in critical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
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.