(R)-(−)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone

CAS Number66673-40-3
FormulaC5H9NO2
Mol. Weight115.13 g/mol
(R)-(−)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone
What is (R)-(−)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone?
(R)-(−)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone is a chemical compound with CAS number 66673-40-3 and molecular formula C5H9NO2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Serves as a building block in the synthesis of diphthamide.1
Specifications
Molecular Weight
115.13 g/mol
Assay/Purity
99%
Boiling Point
147-149 °C/0.06 mmHg(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
83-85 °C(lit.)
WGK Germany
3
