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China and Germany are the leading exporters of N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone, collectively accounting for over 60% of global export value in 2023–2024, while the United States, South Korea, and Japan represent the largest importers. N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone prices have remained relatively stable amid steady demand from pharmaceutical and electronics manufacturing sectors. Exports from China have grown modestly year-on-year, while German exports have plateaued, reflecting consolidation among key suppliers amid consistent global demand.
N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone (NEP) is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild, characteristic odor and low volatility. It is a cyclic amide (lactam) and classified as a polar aprotic solvent and specialty organic chemical intermediate. NEP exhibits good solvency for a wide range of polymers, resins, and active ingredients, and is valued for its thermal stability and miscibility with water and most organic solvents. It is widely used as a high-performance solvent in coatings, electronic materials, and polymer processing, and serves as a key building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional dyes. Its ability to enhance solubility and film-forming properties makes it particularly important in lithium-ion battery electrode formulations and advanced photoresist systems.
clear liquid
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals - Cosmetics Raw Materials. See more about what is N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone and N-Ethyl-2-pyrrolidone SDS information.
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