1-Lauryl-2-pyrrolidone

1-Lauryl-2-pyrrolidone is a long-chain N-alkyl pyrrolidone derivative used in selected specialty chemical, fine chemical, and functional solvent applications. Its structure combines a pyrrolidone ring with a lauryl substituent, providing long-chain N-substituted lactam character and compatibility with various specialty formulation or synthesis-related requirements.

Basic Information

CAS No.	2687-96-9
EC No.	403-730-1
Linear Formula	C16H31NO
Molecular Weight	253.42
Appearance	Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid
Melting Point	4 °C (lit.)
Boiling point	202-205 °C/11 mmHg (lit.)
Density	0.89 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility	Slightly soluble in water; soluble in common organic solvents
Storage Conditions	Store sealed in a dry place at room temperature. Keep container tightly closed and protected from moisture.
Chemical Structure

Key Applications

• Long-chain pyrrolidone derivative: May be evaluated as an N-lauryl pyrrolidone derivative in selected specialty chemical and fine chemical applications.

• Functional solvent applications: Can be reviewed for use in functional solvent systems or formulation-related applications where a long-chain lactam-type structure is required.

• Specialty chemical intermediate: May support specialty synthesis or formulation development involving N-substituted pyrrolidone structures.

• Research and process evaluation: Suitable for exploratory testing, formulation screening, and process evaluation depending on the buyer’s application and specification requirements.

• Fine chemical applications: May be considered in fine chemical projects where lauryl-substituted pyrrolidone functionality, solvent compatibility, or amphiphilic character is relevant.

Related Heterocycle Intermediates

Buyers sourcing long-chain pyrrolidone derivatives may also review related products such as 1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone CAS 2687-94-7, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyrrolidine CAS 2955-88-6.

• Sourcing feasibility review: Availability, lead time, and order quantity are confirmed according to the specific product, supplier batch, current market conditions, and destination requirements.

• SDS and COA support: Available safety data sheets and certificates of analysis can be provided upon request, subject to the specific supplier, batch, and grade.

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• Application-specific communication: For long-chain pyrrolidone derivatives, buyers are encouraged to provide target specification, application type, quantity, packaging preference, and destination country before quotation.