N-ethylpyrrolidone
CAS No 2687-91-4
N-Ethylpyrrolidone (NEP), also known as 1-ethylpyrrolidin-2-one, is a colorless to slightly yellowish liquid with molecular formula C6H11NO. It belongs to the pyrrolidone family of aprotic polar solvents, valued for its strong dissolving power and low volatility. OQEMA supplies N-Ethylpyrrolidone in cans, drums and IBCs to meet a range of industrial volume requirements.
- Category
- Solvents
- Sub-category
- Solvents, others
- Formula
- C6H11NO
- CAS Number
- 2687-91-4
- EINECS
- 220-250-6
Applications
- Industrial cleaning and degreasing formulations
- Solvent for paints, coatings and resins
- Processing aid in polymer and plastics manufacturing
- Solvent in electronics and surface-treatment processes
FAQ
Q: What is N-Ethylpyrrolidone used for?
A: It is used as an industrial solvent in cleaning formulations, coatings, resin processing and electronics manufacturing.
Q: In what packaging is N-Ethylpyrrolidone available?
A: OQEMA supplies N-Ethylpyrrolidone in cans, drums and IBCs.
Available materials
| Material | Packaging | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| N-ethylpyrrolidone IBC 1000 l | — | 900 KG |
| N-ethylpyrrolidone IBC 1000l DD | IBC | 900 KG |
| N-ethylpyrrolidone barrel | Drum | 200 KG |
| N-ethylpyrrolidone barrel DD | Can | 200 KG |