Chemical Name: N-Octyl pyrrolidone
CAS No: 2687-94-7
Sample: available
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Assay: ≥ 99.0%
N-Octyl pyrrolidone CAS 2687-94-7
Description
N-Octyl pyrrolidone Detail
Chemical Name: N-Octyl pyrrolidone
CAS No: 2687-94-7
Molecular Formula: C12H23NO
Molecular Weight: 197.32
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Assay: ≥ 99.0%
Technical Specifications
| Melting point | −25 °C(lit.) |
| Boiling point | 170–172 °C 15 mm Hg(lit.) |
| Density | 0.92 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Vapor pressure | 0.03–0.08 Pa at 20°C |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.465(lit.) |
| Flash point | >230 °F |
N-Octyl pyrrolidone Usage
Core Functions: A low-volatility, highly active nonionic surfactant and specialty solvent with excellent penetration, emulsification, and dissolving capabilities.
Applications:
Pesticide Industry: As a highly efficient synergist, solvent, and penetrant, it significantly enhances the wetting and spreading properties of pesticides on plant surfaces, improving efficacy.
Industrial Cleaning: Used for metal cleaning, electronic component cleaning, and removal of printing inks. Effectively removes oil and wax, with a safety profile superior to traditional solvents.
Consumer Chemicals: Used as a solubilizer in detergents, helping to stabilize formulations and improve removal capabilities.
Coatings and Inks: In aqueous systems, it acts as a pigment wetting agent and film-forming aid, improving coating smoothness and gloss.
Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a penetrant and dyeing aid for fibers, ensuring uniform dyeing.
N-Octyl pyrrolidone Package
200kg plastic drums
N-Octyl pyrrolidone Storage
Store in a well-ventilated, dry warehouse.