Description

n-Methylformamide (CAS NO 123-39-7) is a versatile polar aprotic solvent and a key chemical intermediate with excellent solvating properties. Its high dielectric constant and ability to dissolve a wide range of organic and inorganic compounds make it indispensable for advanced chemical synthesis and material processing. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries, where it serves as a critical reaction medium and a building block for more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a solvent and reactant in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Acts as a solvent and carrier in pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection products.
• Polymer Industry: Employed as a solvent for polyacrylonitrile and other synthetic fibers, and as a plasticizer.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of other formamide derivatives and specialty chemicals.
• Electrolyte Solvent: Utilized in certain battery and electrochemical applications due to its ionic conductivity properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable solvent in laboratory settings for chromatography, spectroscopy, and organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methylformamide
CAS No.	123-39-7
Molecular Formula	C2H5NO
Molecular Weight	59.07 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methylformamide; Methylformamide; Formamide, N-methyl-; MMF; NMF; Monomethylformamide; NSC 3051; Methylformamide (VAN)
EINECS	204-624-6

Quality Control

Our n-Methylformamide is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include assay, water content, and impurity profile checks via methods like GC and Karl Fischer titration. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your process requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Density (20°C)	1.005 - 1.015 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.434

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