Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
872-50-4
Name of the chemical
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone; 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP)
Concentration
100%
General Information
Version
9
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone
Product Synonyms
N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone; N-Methylpyrrolidone; NMP
CAS No.
872-50-4
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H315, H319, H335, H360D, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Combustible liquid Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May damage the unborn child May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Light sensitive
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Kidney, Liver, spleen, Blood.