Description

Methyl Pyrrolidone CAS NO 51013-18-4 is a high-purity, versatile organic solvent and chemical intermediate. It is valued for its excellent solvency power, high boiling point, and thermal stability, making it a critical component in advanced manufacturing processes. This product is essential for industries requiring a reliable and effective polar aprotic solvent, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, electronics, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a reaction solvent and extraction medium in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Formulations: Serves as a key solvent and carrier in pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection products.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Employed in photoresist stripping, wafer cleaning, and as a solvent for polyimide coatings in semiconductor fabrication.
• Polymer & Resin Processing: Acts as a solvent for engineering plastics like polyimides and PEEK, and in the synthesis of specialty polymers.
• Petrochemical Processing: Utilized as an extraction solvent for the purification of lubricating oils and the removal of aromatics from hydrocarbon streams.
• Industrial Cleaning: An effective component in heavy-duty degreasers and paint strippers for industrial equipment.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Pyrrolidone
CAS No.	51013-18-4
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO
Molecular Weight	99.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone; N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone; NMP; 1-Methylpyrrolidin-2-one; N-Methylpyrrolidinone; Methylpyrrolidone; N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone; M-Pyrol
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Pyrrolidone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and key physical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 20
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.468 - 1.472
Density (20°C)	1.028 - 1.032 g/cm³
Boiling Point	202 - 204 °C

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