N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) is a powerful solvent with broad solubility for resins and high chemical and thermal stability. It has become the product of choice for paint strippers, agricultural chemicals and process solvent applications due to its solvent power and exceptional performance. It is completely soluble with water at all temperatures and is soluble with most organic solvents. NMP is recyclable by distillation and readily biodegradable.
Product No.
105889
Supplier
Univar Solutions
CAS
872-50-4
Synonyms
NMP; Methyl Pyrrolidone; 2-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone
Applications
Solvent, Chemical Intermediate, Electronics, Automotive, Industrial Cleaners
Characteristics
Clear, colorless liquid with an amine-like odor
Benefits
High solvency
Miscible in water and most conventional organic solvents
Readily biodegradable
High thermal stability
Recommended Use
Photoresist stripper
Metal cleaning
Degreaser
Batteries
Oven cleaner
Pigment dispersant
Wax stripper
Floor polish
Graffiti remover
Pesticides
Agricultural chemicals
Documents
Product Details
Grade
Technical
Form
Liquid
Prohibited Uses
Cosmetics, Toiletries, Personal care products, Carrier solvent (or excipient) in veterinary medicines and drugs
Appearance
liquid
Auto Ignition Temperature
245 - 270 °C (473 - 518 °F)
Boiling Point
202 - 204 °C (396 - 399 °F)
California Prop 65
WARNING! This product can expose you to chemicals including, which is/are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Color
light yellow, clear
Density
1.03 g/cm3 @ 25 °C (77 °F)
Dynamic Viscosity
1.661 mPa.s @ 25 °C (77 °F)
Flash Point
>= 91 °C (196 °F)
Lower Explosion Limit
1.3 %(V)
Odor
ammoniacal, mild, amine-like
Oxidizing Properties
The substance or mixture is not classified as oxidizing.
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