Description

5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Pyrrolidinedione is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the pyrrolidinedione class, serving as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its role as a key intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its unique structure enables precise molecular modifications. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and agrochemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules, dyes, and pigments in research and industrial settings.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced functional materials.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in proteomics and enzyme inhibition studies due to its potential interaction with biological systems.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Pyrrolidinedione
CAS No.	89464-41-5
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO2
Molecular Weight	127.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5-Dimethylpyrrolidine-2,4-dione; 2,4-Pyrrolidinedione, 5,5-dimethyl-; 5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-dioxopyrrolidine; NSC 163022; 5,5-Dimethyl-dihydro-2,4-pyrrolidinedione
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Quality Control

Our 5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Pyrrolidinedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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.