3-Aminopyrrolidin-2-one (cas# 2483-65-0) is used in the preparation of conformationally restricted inhibitors of angiotensin-converting enzyme. It is also used in the preparation of 2-aminoquinolines as melanin concentrating hormone receptor (MCH-1R) antagonists. Additionally, it is used in the preparation of cycloalkyl, lactam, lactone, and related compounds for inhibiting β-?amyloid peptide release and/or its synthesis.
