Molekula
1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone
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1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone is a polar aprotic solvent used in specialty chemical formulations, including coatings, inks, and pharmaceuticals. It exhibits high solvency for polymers and resins. It also acts as a surfactant, serves as an inert formulation ingredient in non-food pesticide products, and is used in soil amendments and fertilizers. CAS: 2687-94-7, Molecular Formula: C12H23NO, Molecular Weight: 197.32 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — $343.90 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Water | max 0.5% |
| Assay | min 99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 142 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90029663 |
| CAS Number | 2687-94-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-octylpyrrolidin-2-one |
| EC Number | 403-700-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H6(O)N(CH2)7CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 197.32 |
| Exact Mass | 197.178 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCN1CCCC1=O |
| InChIKey | WPPOGHDFAVQKLN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H23NO/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-10-13-11-8-9-12(13)14/h2-11H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 3033871 |
| UN Number | UN3267 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29337985 |
| Tariff Code | 2933790090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1-n-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone
- 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidinone
- 1-octylpyrrolidin-2-one
- 2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-octyl-
- N-(n-octyl)-2-pyrrolidinone
- n-(n-octyl)-2-pyrrolidone
- N-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone
- N-Octylpyrrolidinone
- N-Octylpyrrolidone
- Surfadone LP 100
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone used for?
It is primarily used as a solvent in industrial applications, including coatings, adhesives, and electronic materials, due to its high boiling point and excellent solvating properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone?
The formula is C12H23NO and the molecular weight is 197.32 g/mol.
How should 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from strong oxidizing agents and moisture, in a tightly closed container.
What grade is available for 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone?
Molekula offers 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone in technical grade; custom purity levels may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics.
What documentation comes with an order of 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS and REACH regulations.
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