Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to 1-Hexyl-2-pyrrolidinone (CAS: 4838-65-7) in synthesis?
Answer
Alternatives to 1-Hexyl-2-pyrrolidinone include other pyrrolidinones like 2-Methyl-1-pyrrolidinone (NMP) and 2-Pyrrolidinone. Isomers of 1-Hexyl-2-pyrrolidinone may also be considered. Common synthetic alternatives include 2-Pyrrolidone and related cyclic imides, which can serve similar functions in certain applications.
About
CAS No
4838-65-7
English Name
1-Hexyl-2-pyrrolidinone
Molecular Formula
C10H19NO
Molecular Weight
169.27 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCN1CCCC1=O
InChIKey
BAWUFGWWCWMUNU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-26 12:08