N-Hydroxysuccinimide
IUPAC: 1-hydroxypyrrolidine-2,5-dione
| Formula / Notation | C4H5NO3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 6066-82-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 115.09 |
| Appearance | White odorless solid; [GE Healthcare MSDS] |
| Also Known As | 1-hydroxypyrrolidine-2,5-dione; 6066-82-6; 1-Hydroxysuccinimide; 1-Hydroxy-2,5-pyrrolidinedione; Hydroxysuccinimide; 2,5-Pyrrolidinedione, 1-hydroxy-; Succinimide, N-hydroxy-; MJE3791M4T; NSC-74335; DTXSID7064102 |
| Category | Laboratory Reagents |
What is N-Hydroxysuccinimide?
N-Hydroxysuccinimide (C4H5NO3) is a laboratory reagent that appears as White odorless solid; [GE Healthcare MSDS]. It has a molecular weight of 115.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-hydroxypyrrolidine-2,5-dione.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1-hydroxypyrrolidine-2,5-dione
Other Names / Synonyms: 1-hydroxypyrrolidine-2,5-dione; 6066-82-6; 1-Hydroxysuccinimide; 1-Hydroxy-2,5-pyrrolidinedione; Hydroxysuccinimide; 2,5-Pyrrolidinedione, 1-hydroxy-; Succinimide, N-hydroxy-; MJE3791M4T; NSC-74335; DTXSID7064102
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 115.09 |
| Appearance | White odorless solid; [GE Healthcare MSDS] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
N-Hydroxysuccinimide (C4H5NO3) is a laboratory reagent that appears as White odorless solid; [GE Healthcare MSDS]. It has a molecular weight of 115.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-hydroxypyrrolidine-2,5-dione.
Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.
Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for N-Hydroxysuccinimide is: C4H5NO3