| CAS# | 872-50-4 |
| FORMULA | C5H9NO |
| Synonyms | N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone; M-Pyrol |
| GROUPS/USES | Adhesives & Sealants, Aprotic Solvents, Electronic Chemicals, Industrial Chemicals, Inks & Digital Inks, Lithium Battery & Electrolyte Chemicals, Metal Working, Finishing & Flux, Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals, Solvents & Degreasers, Water-Borne Coatings, Coatings, Paints, Polymers, Resins, Solvent |
| Markets | CASE – Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants & Elastomers, Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Electronics, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical, Surface Treatment – Fluids, Lubricants & Metalworking |
FAQ’S
What is N-Methylpyrrolidone?
N-Methylpyrrolidone is a clear, colorless, organic liquid with a fish-like odor. It’s a strong degreaser and a member of the dipolar aprotic solvent class.
What are the uses of N-Methylpyrrolidone?
N-Methylpyrrolidone is used to remove paint and graffiti from a variety of surfaces. It is used as an extraction medium in the petrochemical industry. It is used as a solvent and extraction medium in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used to clean, degrease, and strip photoresist in the electronics industry. It is used as a solvent and surfactant in cosmetic products. It is used to coat engineering plastics.
What are the health risks of N-Methylpyrrolidone ?
N-Methylpyrrolidone is a developmental toxicant. Short-term exposure can cause developmental fetal loss. Long-term exposure can cause reduced fertility and fecundity.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies N-Methylpyrrolidone to users/customers for Adhesives & Sealants, Electronic Chemicals, Industrial Chemicals, Inks & Digital Inks, Lithium Battery & Electrolyte Chemicals, Metal Working, Finishing & Flux, Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals, Solvents & Degreasers, and Coatings.
N-Methylpyrrolidone Specifications
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | Clear Colorless liquid |
| Purity | 99.85% Min. |
| Water Content | 00.05% Max. |
| MMA | 00.005% Max. |
| GBL | 00.05% Max. |
| Other Impurities | 00.10% Max. |
| Color APHA | 20 APHA Max. |