Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-pyrrolidinone (CAS: 50901-80-9)?
Answer
5-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-pyrrolidinone is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 212.25 g/mol. It has a solubility of up to 10 g/L in water and is poorly soluble in non-polar solvents. This compound is known for its low reactivity under normal conditions. It is stable under standard storage conditions but should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.
About
CAS No
50901-80-9
English Name
5-Methyl-4-phenyl-2-pyrrolidinone
Molecular Formula
C11H13NO
Molecular Weight
175.231 g/mol
SMILES
O=C1NC(C)C(C2=CC=CC=C2)C1
InChIKey
ZIZRQVWVGIHEIC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-04-01 14:15
