Piracetam

Also known as: 2-(2-OXOPYRROLIDIN-1-YL)ACETAMIDE, 2-OXO-1-PYRROLIDINEACETAMIDE, N-CARBAMOYLMETHYL-2-PYRROLIDINONE, 1-Pyrrolidineacetamide, 2-oxo-, 2-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetamide, Nootropil, Nootropyl, Ciclofalina, Gabacet, Pyracetam, Nootrop, Oxiracetam Impurity 1, oxiracetam impurity V

Piracetam (CAS 7491-74-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10N2O2 and a molecular weight of 142.156 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 151-152ºC, a boiling point of 337.3±44.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 157.8±28.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 7491-74-9
Jingsj CID: J-33089-2
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₀N₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 142.156 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	151-152ºC
Boiling Point	337.3±44.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	157.8±28.4 °C
Exact Mass	142.074234
PSA	63.40000
LogP	-1.39
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.603

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Mingeot-Leclercq, M.P., et al., Piracetam inhibits the lipid-destabilising effect of the amyloid peptide Abeta C-terminal fragment. Biochim Biophys Acta, 2003. 1609(1): p. 28-38. [2]. Muller, W.E., et al., Effects of piracetam on membrane fluidity in the aged mouse, rat, and human brain. Biochem Pharmacol, 1997. 53(2): p. 135-40. [3]. Scheuer, K., et al., Piracetam improves cognitive performance by restoring neurochemical deficits of the aged rat brain. Pharmacopsychiatry, 1999. 32 Suppl 1: p. 10-6.

Additional Information

[1]. Mingeot-Leclercq, M.P., et al., Piracetam inhibits the lipid-destabilising effect of the amyloid peptide Abeta C-terminal fragment. Biochim Biophys Acta, 2003. 1609(1): p. 28-38. [2]. Muller, W.E., et al., Effects of piracetam on membrane fluidity in the aged mouse, rat, and human brain. Biochem Pharmacol, 1997. 53(2): p. 135-40. [3]. Scheuer, K., et al., Piracetam improves cognitive performance by restoring neurochemical deficits of the aged rat brain. Pharmacopsychiatry, 1999. 32 Suppl 1: p. 10-6.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Piracetam?

The CAS number of Piracetam is 7491-74-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Piracetam?

Piracetam has molecular formula C6H10N2O2 and molecular weight 142.156 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Piracetam?

For Piracetam, Upstream Products: 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone, Ethyl 2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetate, Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate; Downstream Products: 2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetonitrile.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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