N-formylmorpholine
CAS No: 4394-85-8
N-Formylmorpholine is a high-boiling, polar aprotic solvent used primarily in gas treatment, high-pressure extractions, and chemical synthesis. Its strong solvency and low volatility make it ideal for demanding industrial applications.
Synonyms
NFM, 4-Formylmorpholine
Formula
C₅H₉NO₂
CAS No
4394-85-8
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Properties
- Molecular Weight: 115.13 g/mol
- Aggregation State: Liquid
- Density: ~1.13 g/cm³
- Boiling Point: ~244 °C
- Melting Point: ~−35 °C
- Refractive Index: ~1.446
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Key applications
- Solvent for gas scrubbing
- Reaction medium in organic synthesis
- Extraction of aromatic hydrocarbons
- High-temperature separation processes
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Industries
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Petrochemical Industry
- Gas Processing
- Pharmaceuticals
Hazard classification
Skin Sens. 1B; H317
