Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate
Also known as: Ethyl (R)-(-)-2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylate, D-Pyroglutamic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl D-pyroglutamate, Ethyl 5-oxo-D-proline, (R)-5-Oxoproline ethyl ester, D-5-Oxo-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester, H-D-Pyr-OEt, H-D-Pglu-OEt, (R)-(-)-Ethyl-2-pyrrollidone-5-carboxylate, 5-Oxo-D-proline ethyl ester, (R)-(-)-2-pyrrolidinone-5-carboxylate ethyl ester, ethyl (2R)-5-oxopyrrolidine-2-carboxylate
Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate (CAS 68766-96-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H11NO3 and a molecular weight of 157.167 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 49-53ºC, a boiling point of 312.7±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.9±25.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 68766-96-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-25561-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H11NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 157.167 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 49-53ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 312.7±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 142.9±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 157.073898 |
| PSA | 55.40000 |
| LogP | -1.39 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.466 |
| Storage Conditions | 2~8°C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate?
The CAS number of Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate is 68766-96-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate?
Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate has molecular formula C7H11NO3 and molecular weight 157.167 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate?
For Ethyl D-(-)-pyroglutamate, Upstream Products: Ethanol, D-Pyroglutamic acid, D(-)-Glutamic acid; Downstream Products: Ethanol, D-Pyroglutamic acid, (R)-(-)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone.
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