N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (CAS No: 872-50-4) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Ibuprofen. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: Pyrol M, 1-methyl-2-pyroldinone
CAS No: 872-50-4
PubChem CID: 13387
Mol Formula: C5H9NO
Mol Weight: 99.13 g/mol
Used in API: Ibuprofen
IUPAC Name: 1-methylpyrrolidin-2-one
API Intermediate Description: N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) is a colorless to pale yellow, high-boiling polar aprotic solvent. It is widely used in petrochemical processing, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and polymer production due to its strong solvency. NMP is miscible with water and many organic solvents and is known for its chemical stability and low volatility.
