CAS Number: 872‑50‑4
Synonyms: 1‑Methyl‑2‑pyrrolidinone; N‑Methylpyrrolidone; 1‑Methyl‑2‑pyrrolidone; Pharmasolve
Chemical Formula:C₅H₉NO
Molecular Weight:99.13 g/mol
Product Introduction
A colorless, polar aprotic solvent with a mild amine-like odor. Completely miscible with water and most organic solvents. Widely used in petrochemical processing, polymer and battery manufacturing, pharmaceuticals (transdermal formulations), coatings, and paint removal
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odor | Mild amine-like |
| Density @ 20 °C | ~1.028 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | –24 °C |
| Boiling Point | ~202–204 °C |
| Flash Point | ~91 °C CC |
| Vapor Pressure @ 20 °C | ~0.29 mm Hg |
| Refractive Index (n₂₀ᴅ) | ~1.479 |
| Solubility | Fully miscible with water & organics |
| Log P | ~–0.40 |