Description

n-Octyl Pyrrolidone is a high-purity, long-chain N-alkyl pyrrolidone derivative, valued for its exceptional solvency and surfactant properties. This versatile chemical intermediate is crucial for formulators seeking to enhance the performance and stability of complex industrial and specialty products. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the agrochemical, coatings, and electronics industries for its ability to improve solubility, dispersion, and surface activity.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a superior solvent and penetration enhancer in pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, improving efficacy and rainfastness.
• Industrial Coatings & Inks: Serves as a high-boiling point coalescing agent and dispersant, enhancing film formation, pigment wetting, and gloss in paints and printing inks.
• Electronics Cleaning: Used in precision cleaning formulations for semiconductors and electronic components due to its effective solvency for fluxes and resins.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a coupling agent and corrosion inhibitor additive, improving the stability and performance of coolants and lubricants.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed as a formulation aid in drilling muds and production chemicals for its surfactant and solubility characteristics.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a solubilizer and carrier for active ingredients in sunscreen, color cosmetics, and hair care products.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Improves the solubility of polymers and resins, aiding in viscosity control and adhesion promotion.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a polar aprotic solvent and intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Octyl Pyrrolidone
CAS No.	2687-94-7
Molecular Formula	C12H23NO
Molecular Weight	197.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone; N-Octylpyrrolidone; N-Octyl-2-pyrrolidone; 2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-octyl-; OPP; Agsolex O8; Surfadone LP 100; Octyl Pyrrolidinone
EINECS	220-265-5

Quality Control

Our n-Octyl Pyrrolidone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, water content, and color. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 100
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.475
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.92 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.