Chemical Name: N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone
CAS No.: 2687-91-4
Molecular Formula: C6H11NO
Molecular weight: 113.16
Appearance: Clear Liquid
Density: 0.992g/mLat 25°C(lit.)
Boiling point: 97°C20mm Hg(lit.)
N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone Quick Details
Chemical Name: N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone; NEP
CAS No.: 2687-91-4
Molecular Formula: C6H11NO
Molecular weight: 113.16
Appearance: Clear Liquid
Density: 0.992g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
Boiling point: 97°C20mm Hg(lit.)
Typical Properties
| Item | Standard |
| Appearance | Clear Liquid |
| Assay (wt%, GC) | ≥99.5 |
| Moisture(wt%, K.F.) | ≤ 0.05 |
| Colority(Hazen) | ≤ 15 |
| Density(D420g/ml | 0.992-0.999 |
| Refractivity ND20 | 1.465~1.467 |
N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone synthesis
Chemical properties NEP is a colorless transparent liquid with high polarity, high chemical stability, and high thermal stability. Its boiling point is 82-83 (-101.3 Kpa), refractive index is 1.4665, density is 0.994. It has high solubility, low vapor pressure, and low dielectric constant. It can be used as a highly efficient selective solvent, catalyst, and cationic surfactant in industry.
N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone Usage
1. Used for refining oil products, producing, drugs, dyes, pesticides, daily chemicals, coatings, resins, etc.
2. Mainly used for refining oil products and production of medicine, dyes, pesticides, daily chemicals, coatings, heat-resistant resin, etc.
N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone Product safety, handling, and storage
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep the container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Packing:200kg/drum
NW for 20’FCL with pallets: 1600kg (80drums )
