N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone

Application

N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) is a valuable solvent used in paint removers, graffiti removers, pesticides, floor waxes, car washes, industrial cleaners, and photoresist strippers.

Definition

ChEBI: N-methylpyrrolidin-2-one is a member of the class of pyrrolidine-2-ones that is pyrrolidin-2-one in which the hydrogen attached to the nitrogen is replaced by a methyl group. It has a role as a polar aprotic solvent. It is a N-alkylpyrrolidine, a lactam and a member of pyrrolidin-2-ones.