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N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is a highly polar, aprotic solvent with excellent solvency power for a wide range of organic and inorganic compounds.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid with low volatility, high chemical stability, and complete miscibility with water and most organic solvents.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is widely used in petrochemical processing, coatings, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, electronics, and polymer production.
Its high solvency, thermal stability, and ability to dissolve tough polymers such as polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and polyimides make it essential in advanced industrial processes.
CAS Number: 872-50-4
EC Number: 212-828-1
Molecular Formula: C5H9NO
Molecular Weight: 99.13 g/mol
Synonyms: N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone, NMP, 1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone, N-Methylpyrrolidinone, N-Methylpyrrolid-2-one, M-Pyrol, Pharmasolve, NMP Solvent, NMP Polar Aprotic Solvent, N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone Electronics Grade, NMP Industrial Grade, N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone, NMP, 1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone, N-Methylpyrrolidone, N-Methylpyrrolidinone, N-Methyl-γ-butyrolactam, 2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-methyl-, N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidinone, Methylpyrrolidone, M-Pyrol, M-Pyrol® NMP, Arcosolv NMP, Pharmasolve NMP, NMP Solvent, NMP Chemical, NMP Liquid, NMP Reagent, NMP Compound, NMP Material, NMP Substance, NMP Solution, NMP Technical Grade, NMP Industrial Grade, NMP Pharmaceutical Grade, NMP Food Grade, NMP Cosmetic Grade, NMP Laboratory Grade, NMP Research Grade, NMP Pure, NMP Extra Pure, NMP High Purity, NMP Refined, NMP Stabilized, NMP Certified, NMP Certified Standard, NMP Analytical Standard, NMP Laboratory Standard, NMP Certified Reagent, NMP Test Reagent, NMP Assay, NMP Bulk Chemical, NMP Commercial Grade, NMP Raw Material, NMP Fine Chemical, NMP Specialty Chemical, NMP Active Ingredient, NMP Functional Ingredient, NMP Specialty Ingredient, NMP Functional Additive, NMP Specialty Additive, NMP Processing Aid, NMP Protective Agent, NMP Solubilizer, NMP Carrier Solvent, NMP High-Boiling Solvent, NMP Polar Aprotic Solvent, NMP Electronics Grade, NMP Battery Solvent, NMP Paint Stripping Solvent, NMP Polymer Solvent, NMP Cleaning Solvent, NMP Degreasing Solvent
APPLICATIONS
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used as a powerful solvent in coatings and paints.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves resins, binders, and pigments.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves flow, gloss, and leveling in coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in paint removers and graffiti removers.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) effectively dissolves old coatings and adhesives.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) replaces more hazardous solvents in stripping formulations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is employed in the electronics industry.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in photoresist stripping and cleaning.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) ensures precision cleaning of semiconductor components.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in lithium-ion battery manufacturing.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) as a binder for electrodes.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves electrode coating uniformity and performance.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in the petrochemical industry.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) extracts aromatics from hydrocarbon streams.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves efficiency in lubricating oil refining.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is employed in polymer production.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves polyimides and other high-performance polymers.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) acts as a reaction medium in polymerization.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in agrochemicals.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) serves as a carrier and solvent for pesticides and herbicides.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) enhances penetration and spreading of agrochemical actives.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is incorporated in pharmaceutical formulations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) acts as a solubilizer and penetration enhancer.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in drug delivery systems under controlled conditions.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in industrial cleaning applications.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) removes resins, oils, and contaminants from equipment.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in microelectronics cleaning.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in the electronics industry.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) serves as a solvent for cleaning circuit boards.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in photoresist stripping formulations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in lithium-ion battery production.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) binders.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) ensures uniform electrode coating.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in polymer processing.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) acts as a solvent for engineering plastics.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves processing of polyamides and polyurethanes.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is incorporated in paint removers.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) penetrates and lifts industrial coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in graffiti removal products.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves resins in high-performance paints.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) enhances adhesion and durability of coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in petrochemical processing.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) extracts aromatics in refining operations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) supports separation of hydrocarbons.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is incorporated in agrochemicals.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) acts as a carrier solvent for pesticides.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves penetration of active ingredients.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in pharmaceuticals.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) serves as a solvent in drug formulation.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves solubility of poorly soluble drugs.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in adhesives.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves polymers in adhesive formulations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) enhances bonding strength.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in textiles.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) acts as a dye carrier in synthetic fibers.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves penetration of textile dyes.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in industrial cleaning.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) removes heavy grease and polymer residues.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in precision cleaning applications.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is incorporated in specialty inks.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves viscosity control.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) ensures high-quality printing performance.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in polyurethane coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves prepolymers for flexible coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) enhances gloss and durability.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in epoxy resin formulations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves resin solubility.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) supports high-performance industrial coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in industrial degreasers.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) removes polymer residues from metal parts.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) supports precision cleaning in electronics.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is incorporated in microelectronics.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in semiconductor wafer cleaning.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) ensures defect-free processing.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in optical films.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves specialty polymers for display technology.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) ensures clarity in optical coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in synthetic leather production.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) dissolves polyurethane in coating processes.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves surface texture of artificial leather.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is applied in agrochemical research.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) improves solubility of herbicides and fungicides.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) enhances leaf penetration in formulations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is incorporated in specialty inks for electronics.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) stabilizes conductive inks.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) ensures precision printing of circuits.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is used in catalyst preparation.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) acts as a solvent for metal-organic compounds.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) ensures uniform catalyst dispersion.
DESCRIPTION
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is a highly polar aprotic solvent.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) has the CAS number 872-50-4.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) has the EC number 212-828-1.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) has the molecular formula C5H9NO.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) has a molecular weight of 99.13 g/mol.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) has a mild amine-like odor.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is miscible with water and organic solvents.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) has high solvency power for polymers and resins.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is stable under normal conditions.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from the air.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) has a high boiling point of around 202 °C.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is widely used in electronics, coatings, and pharmaceuticals.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is considered hazardous with long-term exposure.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) requires protective handling and regulated use.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is widely used in industries requiring precision cleaning, polymer processing, and high-performance coatings.
It is biodegradable but requires controlled use due to potential reproductive toxicity concerns.
PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, amine-like odor
Density: 1.03 g/cm³ (at 20°C)
Melting Point: -24°C
Boiling Point: 202°C
Flash Point: 91°C (closed cup)
Vapor Pressure: 0.3 hPa (at 20°C)
Viscosity: ~1.7 mPa·s (at 25°C)
Solubility: Miscible with water and organic solvents
pKa: ~23.5 (weakly basic, aprotic solvent)
Reactivity: Stable under normal handling; reacts with strong oxidizers
Storage Temperature: Store at 5–30°C in tightly sealed containers
FIRST AID
Inhalation:
Move person to fresh air.
Seek medical attention if respiratory irritation occurs.
Skin Contact:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Remove contaminated clothing.
Seek medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Contact:
Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion:
Rinse mouth with water.
Do not induce vomiting.
Seek immediate medical advice.
Note to Physicians:
Treat symptomatically.
Prolonged exposure may affect liver and reproductive systems.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Wear protective gloves, goggles, and clothing.
Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact.
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Ventilation:
Provide local exhaust to minimize vapor exposure.
Avoidance:
Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents and reactive chemicals.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling.
Spill and Leak Procedures:
Absorb with inert material (sand, vermiculite).
Collect and dispose of according to local regulations.
Storage:
Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
Protect from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture.
Keep away from incompatible substances.
