Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-(2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidinyl)butanamide (CAS: 33996-58-6)?
Answer
2-(2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidinyl)butanamide is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 220.35 g/mol. It is sparingly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. The compound exhibits good stability under normal storage conditions but is susceptible to hydrolysis in the presence of moisture. It is slightly basic with a pKa of around 7.5.
About
CAS No
33996-58-6
English Name
2-(2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidinyl)butanamide
Molecular Formula
C8H14N2O2
Molecular Weight
170.21 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(C(=O)N)N1CCCC1=O
InChIKey
HPHUVLMMVZITSG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 22:12
