Our range
No exact match — we can source it for you on request.
Ask for this productCan’t find your chemical? Sourced on request with COA & SDS, delivered across all 7 Emirates & the GCC.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone — NMP (CAS 872-50-4) — industrial and electronic grades. Serving lithium-ion battery, electronics, petrochemical extraction, coatings and pharmaceutical industries across the UAE and GCC.
Product Overview
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (C₅H₉NO), commonly abbreviated NMP, is a colourless to pale-yellow, high-boiling polar aprotic solvent with a five-membered lactam ring. It is produced by reacting gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) with methylamine and is fully miscible with water and most organic solvents.
NMP combines high solvency, chemical and thermal stability, and low volatility. It is the dominant solvent for dissolving PVDF binder in lithium-ion battery cathode slurries, and is used in electronics for photoresist stripping and wafer cleaning.
In the petrochemical industry, NMP is used to extract butadiene and aromatics and to treat lube oils and natural gas. It is also used in high-performance coatings, wire enamels, engineering plastics, agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies NMP across the UAE and wider GCC.
Technical Specifications
Key physical and chemical properties of N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone as supplied by Chelora Chemicals UAE. Grade-specific data sheets available on request.
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 872-50-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C₅H₉NO |
| Molecular Weight | 99.13 g/mol |
| Physical State | Clear, colourless to pale-yellow liquid |
| Boiling Point | 202 °C |
| Melting Point | −24 °C |
| Flash Point | 91 °C (closed cup) |
| Density @20 °C | 1.028 g/cm³ |
| Odour | Mild, amine-like |
| Solubility in Water | Fully miscible |
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| NMP Content | 99.8 wt% minimum |
| Water Content | ≤ 0.05 wt% |
| Free Amines (as methylamine) | ≤ 0.005 wt% |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤ 25 |
| GBL Content | ≤ 0.1 wt% |
| pH (10% aqueous) | 6.5–10 |
| Density @20 °C | 1.027–1.029 g/cm³ |
| Metals (electronic grade) | ≤ 50 ppb each |
| Appearance | Clear, free of suspended matter |
| Refractive Index @20 °C | 1.469–1.471 |
* All values are typical ranges for standard commercial N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone grades. Precise values depend on the production source and grade. Contact Chelora Chemicals UAE for grade-specific technical data sheets and SDS.
Need industrial or battery-grade NMP for your process?
Request Technical DatasheetApplications
NMP's high solvency, stability and low volatility make it critical for battery, electronics and petrochemical industries across the UAE and GCC.
Dissolves PVDF binder for cathode slurry coating; recovered and recycled.
Photoresist stripping, wafer cleaning and PCB processing.
Butadiene and aromatics extraction; acetylene recovery.
Solvent for polyamide-imide wire enamels and high-performance coatings.
Solvent for polyimide, PES, PPS and aramid production.
Formulation solvent for pesticides and pharmaceutical synthesis.
Industries Served
Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone to all key battery, electronics and petrochemical sectors, backed by technical support and fast in-country delivery.
Li-ion cell and electrode producers.
PCB and semiconductor fabrication plants.
Butadiene, aromatics and gas treatment units.
Producers of high-temperature coatings.
Polyimide, PES and aramid manufacturers.
Producers of emulsifiable concentrates.
API synthesis and processing.
Regional distributors supplying NMP across the GCC, Middle East and Africa.
UAE & GCC Coverage
Our UAE-based storage and Jebel Ali logistics position ensure fast N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone delivery to all emirates and GCC export markets.
Same-day and next-day N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone delivery within Dubai, including Jebel Ali FZ, Al Quoz and DIP industrial users.
Serving ICAD, Musaffah and KIZAD manufacturers with N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone for lithium-ion battery, electronics, petrochemical extraction and coatings.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone supply to Sharjah Industrial Area, SAIF Zone and Hamriyah FZ manufacturers.
Delivery to Ajman Industrial Area and Ajman Free Zone supporting manufacturers and chemical distributors.
Supply to RAK Industrial Zone and RAKIA manufacturers requiring N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone.
Fujairah Free Zone and port area customers served with N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone for local use and bulk export.
UAQ Free Trade Zone industrial customers supplied with competitive N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone pricing and reliable same-week delivery.
Regular N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone exports to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and wider MENA. Full freight, customs documentation and COO support available.
Packaging Options
Chelora Chemicals UAE offers a full range of packaging configurations for N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone, from small drums for laboratories and formulators to bulk ISO tanks for large-volume users and export buyers. All packaging is correctly labelled to GHS and dangerous goods requirements and supplied with the corresponding Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Drums and IBCs are filled under nitrogen-blanketed or closed-loop conditions where required to protect product quality, while bulk ISO tanks and road tankers serve continuous-process plants with dedicated, cleaned equipment.
200 kg drums for smaller users and formulators.
1,000 L IBCs for medium-volume buyers.
Bulk export shipments across the GCC and beyond.
Direct delivery to large UAE plants.
How To Order
Six simple steps to receive N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone at your facility anywhere in the UAE or GCC.
Provide your required grade (industrial, battery or electronic), packaging and volume. Our technical team can advise if needed.
Submit your inquiry via our online contact form, email or telephone. We provide competitive pricing with a formal written quote within 24 hours. Volume discounts apply for larger quantities.
Receive the batch Certificate of Analysis confirming key quality parameters, together with the GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet, before order confirmation.
Confirm your order in writing. Standard credit terms are available for approved customers. New customers can arrange advance payment or letter of credit for large shipments.
Select from our UAE door-to-door delivery service, Jebel Ali Free Zone warehouse collection, or let us arrange freight for GCC and wider export destinations.
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone is delivered with full documentation. Inspect the batch on receipt against the CoA. Our technical support team remains available for any process or reorder queries.
Quality & Safety
Chelora Chemicals UAE sources N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone from globally recognised manufacturers operating under ISO 9001 quality management systems. Every batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity, water content, free amines, colour and GBL content against the published grade specification.
Safety Note: N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone causes skin and serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation and may damage the unborn child. It is subject to EU REACH restrictions on workplace exposure. Use closed systems, ventilation and chemical-resistant gloves. Consult the full SDS before handling.
Why Chelora
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone is held in UAE storage, enabling same-day or next-day delivery to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and all other emirates.
Our technical specialists help match the correct NMP grade — industrial, battery or electronic — to your purity and metals requirements.
Every shipment is accompanied by a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, a GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet. Export orders include Certificates of Origin and all required customs documentation.
Our strong supplier relationships and Jebel Ali logistics advantage allow us to price N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone competitively across the GCC, from small packs to full bulk loads.
We supply up-to-date SDS and regulatory information, including REACH restriction details, to support safe workplace handling of NMP.
Our bilingual (English/Arabic) sales and technical team provides rapid responses to inquiries, proactive recommendations, order status updates and after-delivery support.
Related Products
Polar aprotic solvent for PU leather, fibres and pharma. CAS 68-12-2.
SolventFast-evaporating ketone solvent for coatings and adhesives. CAS 78-93-3.
SolventVersatile alcohol solvent for disinfectants, inks and electronics. CAS 67-63-0.
SolventLow-toxicity ester solvent for inks, coatings and adhesives. CAS 141-78-6.
FAQ
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone is used as a solvent for PVDF binder in lithium-ion battery electrodes; in electronics for photoresist stripping; for butadiene and aromatics extraction; in coatings and wire enamels; in engineering plastics; and in agrochemical and pharmaceutical formulation.
The CAS number for N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (C₅H₉NO) is 872-50-4. It is not regulated as dangerous goods for transport but is classified as a reproductive toxicant under GHS.
NMP is one of the few solvents that fully dissolves PVDF binder, producing stable cathode slurries that coat evenly onto aluminium foil. Its high boiling point allows controlled drying, and it is recovered and recycled in most battery plants.
Yes. In the EU, NMP is restricted under REACH Annex XVII, which sets workplace exposure limits for use at 0.3% or more. Customers exporting products to the EU should check compliance requirements.
Chelora Chemicals UAE is a dedicated N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone supplier serving all seven UAE emirates. We stock drums, IBCs and bulk ISO tank supply, serving the lithium-ion battery, electronics, petrochemical extraction and coatings industries across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain.
Yes. Chelora Chemicals UAE delivers N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone to all seven UAE emirates — Dubai (including Jebel Ali FZ, Al Quoz and DIP), Abu Dhabi (Musaffah, ICAD, KIZAD), Sharjah (SAIF Zone, Hamriyah FZ), Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain — as well as to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and other GCC countries.
Yes. NMP causes skin, eye and respiratory irritation and is classified as a reproductive toxicant that may damage the unborn child. Use closed systems, ventilation and chemical-resistant PPE, and always consult the batch-specific SDS.
Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone in 200 kg drums (standard pack), 1,000 L IBC totes (medium volume), ISO tanks (bulk export), bulk road tankers (large-volume UAE plants).
Yes. Chelora Chemicals UAE regularly exports N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and wider markets across Asia, Africa and Europe, leveraging our proximity to Jebel Ali Port. We handle export logistics including freight forwarding, customs documentation, certificate of origin (COO) and safety data sheets in Arabic and English.
Get a Quote Today
Chelora Chemicals UAE holds N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone in stock in drums, IBCs and bulk. Request a quote and receive a response within 24 hours. UAE delivery, GCC export and full documentation available.