Description

4-Cyclopropyl-4-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidinone is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique structural motif, which combines a constrained pyrrolidinone core with a cyclopropyl group, offering a valuable scaffold for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemical and pharmacological properties. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a constrained scaffold to explore structure-activity relationships (SAR) and improve the metabolic stability of lead compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides or fungicides with unique modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The pyrrolidinone structure can be functionalized to create novel chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and protein function.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyclopropyl-4-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidinone
CAS No.	959240-08-5
Molecular Formula	C8H13NO
Molecular Weight	139.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyclopropyl-4-methylpyrrolidin-2-one; 2-Pyrrolidinone, 4-cyclopropyl-4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-4-cyclopropyl-2-pyrrolidinone; 4-Cyclopropyl-4-methyl-2-oxopyrrolidine; 4-Cyclopropyl-4-methyl-dihydro-2H-pyrrol-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 4-Cyclopropyl-4-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidinone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.