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1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 1-Methyl-2-oxopyrrolidine-4-carboxylic acid, 1-Methyl-5-oxo-3-pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, 1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid, N-Methylpyridone-5-one-3-carboxylic acid

1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 42346-68-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 143.14100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 361.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.319 g/cm3 and a flash point of 172.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42346-68-9
Jingsj CID
J-1363366-4
Molecular Formula
C6H9NO3
Molecular Weight
143.14100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point361.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.319 g/cm3
Flash Point172.5ºC
Exact Mass143.05800
PSA57.61000
Refractive Index1.519

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933790090
Summary2933790090. other lactams. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:9.0%. . MFN tariff:9.0%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid is 42346-68-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid?

1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C6H9NO3 and molecular weight 143.14100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid?

For 1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Itaconic acid, Methyl 1-methyl-2-oxopyrrolidine-4-carboxylate, Dimethyl itaconate; Downstream Products: Methyl 1-methyl-2-oxopyrrolidine-4-carboxylate, 1,3-dimethylpyrrolidin-2-one, 1,4-Dimethyl-2-pyrrolidone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Methyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 42346-68-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1363366-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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