2,5-Dimethylpyrrolidine, CAS No. 3378-71-0

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3378-71-0

Catalog No. EBD30083

CAS 3378-71-0

Name 2,5-Dimethylpyrrolidine

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 2,5-Dimethylpyrrolidine,mixtureofcisandtrans (2R,5S)-2,5-dimethylpyrrolidinium (2R,5R)-2,5-dimethylpyrrolidinium (2S,5S)-2,5-dimethylpyrrolidinium 1,4-Dibenzoylbutane

Molecular Formula: C6H13N

Molecular Weight: 99.17

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Amines Synthetic Chemistry > Catalysts and Ligands > Nitrogen Ligands

Product Description:

2,5-Dimethylpyrrolidine is a bicyclic amine compound featuring a pyrrolidine ring with methyl substituents at the 2 and 5 positions. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic amine odor and is commonly used as a versatile building block and ligand in organic synthesis. Its primary application lies in the field of synthetic chemistry. The compound serves as a chiral diamine ligand in asymmetric catalysis, particularly in metal-catalyzed reactions. It is also employed as a precursor for the synthesis of more complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles and pharmaceutical intermediates. The steric and electronic properties imparted by the methyl groups make it a useful structural motif. As a secondary amine, it can act as a base or a nucleophile in various organic transformations. Handling requires standard precautions for amines, including use in a well-ventilated area and avoidance of contact with skin and eyes.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 105-106 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 7 °C

Density: 0.81 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Refractivity: n20/D 1.4299(lit.)

Safety Information

Packing Level: II

Hazard Category: 3

Transport Codes: 1993BF

Analytical Data

Appearance: Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid