Description

1-Ethyl-4-[(Methylamino)Methyl]Pyrrolidin-2-One is a high-purity pyrrolidinone derivative, a versatile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an ethyl and a methylamino-methyl substituent, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific pharmacological or material science properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating advanced active ingredients for crop protection and pest management solutions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, resins, or functional materials requiring specific amine and lactam functionalities.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-4-[(Methylamino)Methyl]Pyrrolidin-2-One
CAS No.	959237-10-6
Molecular Formula	C9H18N2O
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(Methylamino)methyl]-1-ethyl-2-pyrrolidinone; 1-Ethyl-4-(methylaminomethyl)pyrrolidin-2-one; N-Ethyl-4-(methylaminomethyl)-2-pyrrolidone; 959237-10-6; Pyrrolidin-2-one, 1-ethyl-4-[(methylamino)methyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-4-[(Methylamino)Methyl]Pyrrolidin-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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