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N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone CAS 872-50-4 NMP 99.9% N-Methylpyrrolidone
This high-performance N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) is a premier polar aprotic solvent with exceptional thermal stability and strong solvency for polymers and inorganic materials. It is the dominant solvent for lithium-ion battery electrode slurries, electronics manufacturing, and specialty chemical synthesis.
Scope of Application
● High-Performance Industrial Solvent: A premier polar aprotic solvent extensively used in the production of engineering plastics, agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. It is a key solvent for polyimide, polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), and aramid (e.g., Nomex®) fibers.
● Electronics & Lithium-ion Batteries: Serves as the dominant solvent for positive electrode slurries in lithium-ion battery manufacturing. Also used in photoresist strippers, wafer cleaning, and flat panel display (FPD) production.
● Chemical Processing & Petrochemicals: An effective extraction solvent for the purification of acetylene, butadiene, and aromatics. Used as a reaction medium in polymerization, peptide synthesis, and specialty chemical production.
● Industrial Cleaning & Coatings: Employed in precision cleaning formulations, paint strippers, and as a solvent for specialty coatings and inks due to its strong solvency and high boiling point.
Product Features
✦ Exceptional Solvent Characteristics: Exhibits outstanding thermal and chemical stability, high boiling point, low vapor pressure, and strong solvency for a vast range of organic and inorganic materials. It is fully miscible with water and most organic solvents.
✦ High Purity & Selectivity: Available in electronic, battery, and technical grades to meet stringent application requirements. Its selective solvency makes it ideal for separations and extractions.
✦ Physical Description: A clear, colorless to slightly yellow, hygroscopic liquid with a mild, amine-like odor.
Packaging and Transportation
✦ This product is commonly packaged in 200 kg galvanized iron drums, coated steel drums, or 1000 kg IBC totes.
✦ Bulk shipments are available in stainless steel or lined ISO tank containers or dedicated tank trucks.
✦ Transport as a combustible liquid. Comply with all applicable national and international regulations for the transport of chemicals. Refer to regional regulations for specific hazard classifications.
Regulatory & Safety Information
Classified under EU regulations and similar frameworks as Reproductive Toxicity (Category 1B), Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Category 3, narcotic effects), and may cause skin irritation.Always consult the latest Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and adhere strictly to occupational exposure limits (e.g., typically 10-20 ppm as an 8-hour TWA). Substitution assessment is legally required in many jurisdictions.
Safety and Storage
Certificate of analysis
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