Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate
Also known as: 2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetic acid methyl ester, 2-Pyrrolidinone-1-acetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate, Piracetam impurity B, Piracetam impurity 2, methyl 2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)acetate, methyl 2-oxopyrrolidin-1-acetate, EINECS 261-926-0, LABOTEST-BB LT00233235, MFCD00003198
Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate (CAS 59776-88-4) 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 157.16700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 291.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.131 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 130.0±22.6 ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 59776-88-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-45007-7
- Molecular Formula
- C7H11NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 157.16700 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 291.3ºC at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.131 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 130.0±22.6 ºC |
| Exact Mass | 157.07400 |
| PSA | 46.61000 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.472(lit.) |
| Additional Property | Soluble (53 g/L) (25 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933790090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933790090. 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 Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate is 59776-88-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate?
Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate has molecular formula C7H11NO3 and molecular weight 157.16700 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate hazardous?
Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate?
For Methyl 2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetate, Upstream Products: 2-Pyrrolidinone, Methyl bromoacetate, 1-(Trimethylsilyl)pyrrolidin-2-one; Downstream Products: Piracetam, 2-Oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetic acid, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-pyrrolidinone.
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