Piracetam
Synonyms: 2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide · Nootropyl · Normabrain · 2-Pyrrolidinoneacetamide
Piracetam (CAS 7491-74-9) – central nervous system API, IP/BP/USP grade. C6H10N2O2, MW 142.16. Request a quote: COA, bulk packs and worldwide export.
About Piracetam
Piracetam (CAS 7491-74-9) is a central nervous system API offered by Vaqora Chemicals (IP/BP/USP grade). Its molecular formula is C6H10N2O2 and its molecular weight is 142.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide. Alternative names: 2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide and Nootropyl.
It is supplied as white or almost white crystalline powder, smellless and bitter taste. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.
As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our CNS and psychiatric APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Piracetam is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.
Typical applications
- Pharmaceutical formulation
- Generic drug development
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Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Piracetam |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-004054 |
| CAS Number | 7491-74-9 |
| IUPAC name | 2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide |
| Molecular formula | C6H10N2O2 |
| Molecular weight | 142.16 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 142.0742 |
| Grade | IP/BP/USP |
| HSN code | 2933 |
| InChIKey | GMZVRMREEHBGGF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | C1CC(=O)N(C1)CC(=O)N |
| PubChem CID | 4843 |
| Physical form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder, smellless and bitter taste |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -1.3 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 1 / 2 |
| TPSA | 63.4 Ų |
| Synonyms | 2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide, Nootropyl, Normabrain, 2-Pyrrolidinoneacetamide, Cl-871, 1-Acetamido-2-pyrrolidinone, 2-Ketopyrrolidine-1-ylacetamide, Piracetam RPh, Piracetam-RPh, Memo Puren, 2-Pyrrolidone-N-Acetamide, Nootrop 400 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Piracetam?
The CAS Registry Number of Piracetam is 7491-74-9. It is also known as 2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide, Nootropyl, Normabrain.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Piracetam?
Piracetam has the molecular formula C6H10N2O2 and a molecular weight of 142.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide.
Which grade and pack sizes of Piracetam can I order?
We supply Piracetam in IP/BP/USP grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Piracetam?
Yes. Every lot of Piracetam 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 Piracetam be shipped internationally?
Yes. We export Piracetam worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.
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