1159991-46-4 | 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-2-pyrrolidinone

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
250mg	96%	in stock	$297.00	$208.00
1g	96%	in stock	$758.00	$531.00
5g	96%	in stock	$2,313.00	$1,619.00
10g	96%	in stock	$4,022.00	$2,816.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AI10036
• Chemical Name: 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-2-pyrrolidinone
• CAS Number: 1159991-46-4
• Molecular Formula: C6H11NO2
• Molecular Weight: 129.157
• MDL Number: MFCD19690638
• SMILES: CC1(CO)CCC(=O)N1

Upstream Synthesis Route

5-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-2-pyrrolidinone, also known as HMMP, is a versatile compound widely employed in chemical synthesis due to its unique properties and reactivity. As a cyclic amide derivative, HMMP exhibits excellent solubility in both organic solvents and water, making it a highly versatile building block for various chemical reactions.In chemical synthesis, HMMP is commonly utilized as a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Its functional groups offer numerous opportunities for derivatization, allowing chemists to introduce specific substituents and modify the molecule according to desired properties. HMMP serves as a valuable starting material for the synthesis of heterocycles, amino acids, and other complex organic molecules.One of the notable applications of HMMP is in the construction of pyrrolidine-based compounds, where its structural features play a crucial role in the formation of diverse chemical structures. Additionally, HMMP can undergo transformations such as acylation, alkylation, and reduction to yield a variety of derivatives with tailored functionalities. Its versatile nature and compatibility with a wide range of reaction conditions make HMMP a valuable asset in the realm of chemical synthesis, enabling the preparation of structurally diverse compounds with potential applications in various industries.