2-Pyrrolidinone, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

2-Pyrrolidinone is used as a derivative in pharmaceuticals such as cotinine, doxapram, piracetam, povidone and ethosuximide. It is used as a solvent and an intermediate in polymers, inkjet cartridges, tone and colorant products.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
2-Pyrrolidinone is used as a derivative in pharmaceuticals such as cotinine, doxapram, piracetam, povidone and ethosuximide. It is used as a solvent and an intermediate in polymers, inkjet cartridges, tone and colorant products.

Solubility
Miscible with water and other organic solvents.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases and strong reducing agents.

Specifications

• Melting Point: 23°C to 25°C
• Density: 1.12
• Boiling Point: 245°C
• Flash Point: >110°C (230°F)
• Refractive Index: 1.4875
• Quantity: 500 g
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Merck Index: 14,8016
• Solubility Information: Miscible with water and other organic solvents.
• Formula Weight: 85.11
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2-Pyrrolidinone

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H319
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statement	P264b-P280i-P305+P351+P338
EINECSNumber	210-483-1
RTECSNumber	UY5715000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures; Store under Argon

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only