(R)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2-pyrrolidinone, 98%

Description

CAS: 66673-40-3 | C₅H₉NO₂ | 115.13 g/mol

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 66673-40-3
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₉NO₂
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 115.13
• MDL Number: MFCD00077791
• InChI Key: HOBJEFOCIRXQKH-SCSAIBSYSA-N
• Synonym: r---5-hydroxymethyl-2-pyrrolidinone, d-pyroglutaminol, 5r-5-hydroxymethyl pyrrolidin-2-one, r-5-hydroxymethyl pyrrolidin-2-one, r-5-hydroxymethyl-2-pyrrolidinone, r-5-hydroxymethyl-pyrrolidin-2-one, --d-pyroglutamol, r---5-hydroxymethylpyrrolidin-2-one, 5-hydroxymethyl-2-pyrrolidinone
• PubChem CID: 7128291
• IUPAC Name: (5R)-5-(hydroxymethyl)pyrrolidin-2-one
• SMILES: C1CC(=O)NC1CO

• CAS Min %: 97.5
• CAS Max %: 100.0
• Melting Point: 77.0°C to 84.0°C
• Color: White to Yellow
• Boiling Point: 147.0°C to 149.0°C
• Infrared Spectrum: Authentic
• Assay Percent Range: 97.5% min. (HPLC)
• Packaging: Glass bottle
• Quantity: 25 g
• Specific Rotation Condition: −31.00 (20.00°C c=1,C2H5OH)
• Specific Rotation: − 31.00
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: .. Other solubilities: soluble in alcohol
• Formula Weight: 115.13
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Physical Form: Crystalline Powder or Flakes
• Chemical Name or Material: (R)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2-pyrrolidinone, 98%

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	GHS Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement: Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.
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SDS

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