N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) is a colorless, transparent, high-boiling point oily liquid with a slight ammonia-like odor. It is an important polar aprotic solvent, with stable chemical properties, no decomposition under normal storage and transportation conditions, and meets international export quality standards. It has good solubility and compatibility, is slightly irritating and flammable, and must be packaged and transported in strict accordance with dangerous goods specifications.
Physical&Chemical Properties
Molecular Formula:C5H9NO
Density:1.03g/cm³
Boiling Point:202°C
Solubility:
Miscible with water, ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene, toluene, chloroform and most organic solvents, also soluble in most resins and polymers.
Molecular Weight:99.1g/mol
Flash Point:86℃
Melting Point:-24.4°C
Uses
Chemical field: Used as a high-performance organic solvent for polymers, resins, paints and coatings, and as an intermediate for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, pesticides and dyes.
Electronic field: Used in lithium battery electrolyte, semiconductor cleaning agent and electronic component processing.
Other fields: Used in extraction and separation, textile printing and dyeing, and widely applied in international export trade.
Safety,Security&Risk
Chemical Hazards: When heated and burned, it decomposes to form toxic fumes containing nitrogen oxides. It reacts violently with strong acids and strong bases. It corrodes copper and its alloys.