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Product Name:
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone
Formula:
C5H9NO
Synonyms:
NMP;1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone;1-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone;N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone,NMP, FM approval;N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidinone,NMP, Methyl Pyrrolidone
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SAFETY INFORMATION
| Signal word | Danger |
|---|---|
| Pictogram(s) |
 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07  Health Hazard GHS08 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P202:Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Description
N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) is a colorless liquid with a mild, fishy odor. NMP is produced industrially by a typical ester-to-amide conversion by treating gamma-butyrolactone with methylamine. It is a solvent used in various industries and applications, such as paint and coating removal, petrochemical processing, engineering plastics coatings, agricultural chemicals, electronic cleaning, and industrial/domestic cleaning.