2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur.

Name: 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur.
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-047026

About 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur.

2-Pyrrolidinone is a five-membered N-heterocycle (BP/EP/Ph. Eur. grade) carrying the CAS registry number 616-45-5. With the molecular formula C4H7NO, it has a molar mass of 85.1 g/mol. The IUPAC name is pyrrolidin-2-one. Common synonyms include Pyrrolidone and 2-Oxopyrrolidine.

It is supplied as a liquid. 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 organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Pyrrolidinone in 1 L packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur.
Catalogue No.	VQ-047026
CAS Number	616-45-5
IUPAC name	pyrrolidin-2-one
Molecular formula	C₄H₇NO
Molecular weight	85.1 g/mol
Exact mass	85.0528
Grade	BP/EP/Ph. Eur.
HSN code	29337900
InChIKey	HNJBEVLQSNELDL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1CC(=O)NC1
PubChem CID	12025

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	29.1 Å²
Synonyms	Pyrrolidone, 2-Oxopyrrolidine, 2-Ketopyrrolidine, 2-Pyrol, gamma-Butyrolactam, alpha-Pyrrolidinone, 4-Aminobutyric acid lactam, gamma-Aminobutyric lactam, gamma-Aminobutyrolactam, alpha-Pyrrolidone, gamma-Aminobutyric acid lactam, Butanoic acid, 4-amino-, lactam

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P318, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, 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

Other grades of CAS 616-45-5

Puriss

2-Pyrrolidinone, 98%

CAS: 616-45-5
Formula: C₄H₇NO
MW: 85.1 g/mol

VQ-012565

AR

2-Pyrrolidinone, AR

CAS: 616-45-5
Formula: C₄H₇NO
MW: 85.1 g/mol

VQ-046652

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur.?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur. is 616-45-5. It is also known as Pyrrolidone, 2-Oxopyrrolidine, 2-Ketopyrrolidine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur.?

2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur. has the molecular formula C4H7NO and a molecular weight of 85.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is pyrrolidin-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur. can I order?

We supply 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur. in BP/EP/Ph. Eur. grade, in 1 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur.?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur. 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 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur. be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Pyrrolidinone, BP/EP/Ph. Eur. 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.