Description

Pyrrolidine-2,5-Dione CAS NO 89963-74-6 is a versatile heterocyclic compound, also known as succinimide, which serves as a fundamental building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its significance lies in its role as a key precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and the pharmaceutical industry seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing the imide or pyrrolidine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers, including polyimides and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions and as a starting material for N-substituted derivatives in academic and industrial research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful in the development of novel ligands for metal complexes and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in method development and analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyrrolidine-2,5-Dione
CAS No.	89963-74-6
Molecular Formula	C₄H₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	99.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Succinimide; 2,5-Pyrrolidinedione; Dihydro-2,5-pyrroledione; Butanimide; Tetrahydro-2,5-dioxopyrrole; 1-Azacyclopentane-2,5-dione; NSC 403697
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Quality Control

Our Pyrrolidine-2,5-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to meet exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening 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%
Melting Point	124 - 128 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.