2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylic acid
Cat. Number: FA-00378
Size: 100g, 500g, 1kg, Custom size
Description
Oxidized proline, also known as L-pyroglutamic acid, is insoluble in ether, slightly soluble in ethyl acetate, soluble in water, ethanol, acetone and glacial acetic acid. Its sodium salt can be used as a moisturizing agent in cosmetics. Its moisturizing effect is superior to glycerin and sorbitol. It is non-toxic and non irritating, and is used in skin and hair care cosmetics.
Product Details
CAS Number
149-87-1
EC Number
205-748-3
Synonyms
DL-5-Oxo-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, DL-Pyroglutamic acid
Linear Formula
C5H7NO3
Application
Used in food, medicine, cosmetics and other industries.
Appearance
Liquid
Assay
99%
Molecular Weight
129.11
SMILES
OC (=O)C1CCC (=O)N1
InChI
1S/C5H7NO3/c7-4-2-1-3 (6-4)5 (8)9/h3H,1-2H2, (H,6,7) (H,8,9)
InChI key
ODHCTXKNWHHXJC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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