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2-Pyrrolidinone (Butyrolactam) 99.5% CAS No. 616-45-5 Pharmaceutical & Industrial Grade
· Used as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis for producing nootropic drugs such as Piracetam and other cognitive enhancers;
· Acts as a raw material for the production of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and other pyrrolidone-based polymers;
· Functions as a solvent in the electronics industry for photoresist strippers and cleaning applications;
· Widely applied in agrochemical synthesis for herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides;
· Serves as a reaction medium and solvent in organic synthesis for specialty chemicals and dyes;
· Used in the production of plasticizers, stabilizers, and other polymer additives;
· Acts as a humectant and solubilizer in select personal care and cosmetic formulations.
Product Features
2-Pyrrolidinone is manufactured using state-of-the-art catalytic synthesis and distillation technologies, ensuring ultra-high purity and consistent quality. The product features exceptional chemical reactivity as both an amide and amine precursor, making it invaluable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. With a boiling point of 245°C and melting point of 25°C, it exists as a crystalline solid at room temperature with unique handling characteristics. Its cyclic amide structure provides excellent thermal stability while maintaining high reactivity for derivatization. Advanced analytical methods, including GC for purity and HPLC for impurity profiling, are employed to guarantee product quality exceeding 99.5%, with strict control over moisture and residual metals.
Packaging and Transportation
· Available in epoxy-lined steel drums (25kg, 50kg, 200kg) and IBC totes;
· Heated packaging options available for cold weather transport to maintain liquid state;
· Customized packaging options available upon request to meet specific customer requirements;
Safety and Storage
· Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and heat sources;
· Maintain storage temperature above 30°C to prevent solidification and crystallization;
· Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination;
· Avoid storage with strong oxidizing agents, acids, or bases;
· Ensure storage area is equipped with fire-fighting equipment and spill containment materials;
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