Pyrrolidone (2-Pyrrolidone)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
2-Pyrrolidone is a versatile High Purity Grade lactam used as a solvent and chemical intermediate across multiple sectors. Available in 99.5% min purity, it provides a high-boiling, polar environment for complex chemical reactions and formulations.
This colorless liquid (which crystallizes at cool temperatures) is highly effective as a solvent in inkjet ink formulations and digital printing. It serves as a vital building block for the synthesis of various polymers, including Polyvinyl Pyrrolidone (PVP).
In the automotive and industrial sectors, 2-Pyrrolidone is utilized in the production of specialized synthetic resins and plasticizers. Its excellent solvency for high-molecular-weight polymers makes it a key component in precision manufacturing.
APPLICATIONS
- Inkjet Inks: Acts as a co-solvent and humectant in water-based digital and industrial printing inks.
- Pharma Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of several drugs, including nootropics and antibiotics.
- Polymer Production: Functions as a monomeric precursor for the manufacture of nylon-4 and various specialty resins.
SAFETY & RISKS
Classified as Eye Irritant 2 and Repr 1B. Potential developmental hazard. Wear Safety Goggles, Protective Aprons, and Nitrile Gloves.
PACKAGING
200 kg Steel Drums or 1000 kg IBC Tanks.
