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(S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate

Also known as: tert-Butyl L-pyroglutamate, tert-Butyl (S)-5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate, tert-Butyl (S)-2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylate, tert-Butyl 5-oxo-L-prolinate, 5-Oxo-L-proline tert-butyl ester, (2S)-tert-butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate, L-Pyr-OtBu, H-Pyr-OtBu

(S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate (CAS 35418-16-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H15NO3 and a molecular weight of 185.22 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 102.0 to 108.0 °C, a boiling point of 319.2±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 146.8±25.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
35418-16-7
Jingsj CID
J-1975133-8
Molecular Formula
C9H15NO3
Molecular Weight
185.22 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point102.0 to 108.0 °C
Boiling Point319.2±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point146.8±25.9 °C
Exact Mass185.105194
PSA55.40000
LogP-0.70
AppearancePowder | White
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.467

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

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 (S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate?

The CAS number of (S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate is 35418-16-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate?

(S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate has molecular formula C9H15NO3 and molecular weight 185.22 g/mol.

Is (S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate hazardous?

(S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate?

For (S)-tert-Butyl 5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl acetate, L-Pyroglutamic acid, Isobutylene; Downstream Products: (2S,4R)-4-(4-fluorobenzyl)pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid, Di-tert-butyl (2S)-5-oxopyrrolidine-1,2-dicarboxylate, (2S,4R)-4-Benzyl-1-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid.

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