1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98%

Name: 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003758

About 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98%

1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone (CAS 2687-91-4) is a natural product offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 98%. Its molecular formula is C6H11NO and its molecular weight is 113.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one. It is also known as NEP or N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone.

In its supplied form it is a white to light yellow liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 97 °C and a density of 0.992 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include phytochemical research, natural product screening, nutraceutical R and D and polymer and resin production. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone in 25 mL, 100 mL, 500 mL and 200 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Phytochemical research
Natural product screening
Nutraceutical R&D
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003758
CAS Number	2687-91-4
IUPAC name	1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₁NO
Molecular weight	113.16 g/mol
Exact mass	113.0841
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29241900
InChIKey	ZFPGARUNNKGOBB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCN1CCCC1=O
PubChem CID	17595

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	White to light yellow liquid
Boiling point	97 °C
Density	0.992 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	20.3 Å²
Synonyms	NEP, N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, Ethyl pyrrolidone, N-Ethylpyrrolidone, 2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-ethyl-, Pyrrolidinone, 1-ethyl-, N-Ethylpyrrolidinone, n-ethyl-2-pyrrolidinone, n-ethyl-pyrrolidone, Agsol Ex 2, N-Ethyl-2-azapentanone, Ethyl-pyrrolidone (NEP)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Precautionary statements: P203, P280, P318, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98% is 2687-91-4. It is also known as NEP, N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, Ethyl pyrrolidone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98%?

1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98% has the molecular formula C6H11NO and a molecular weight of 113.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98% can I order?

We supply 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 mL, 100 mL, 500 mL, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.