Buy N-Methylformamide (NMF) Liquid online
N-Methylformamide (commonly abbreviated as NMF) is primarily a colorless, water-miscible liquid, though some industrial or specialty cosmetic powder/liposome carriers also use the label “NMF” (Natural Moisturizing Factor).
1. N-Methylformamide (NMF) – Chemical Solvent / Reagent
- Description: A clear, secondary amide liquid with a faint amine or ammonia-like odor.
- Molecular Formula: CH₃NHCHO or C₂H₅NO
- CAS Number: 123-39-7
- Molecular Weight: 59.07 g/mol
- Common Uses: Used as a specialized polar solvent in oil refineries, electrolytic capacitors, and chemical synthesis (such as for pharmaceutical intermediates and insecticides).
- Safety Note: It is toxic/harmful (classified under GHS as harmful in contact with skin and a reproductive/systemic hazard).
2. Cosmetic “NMF” Powders (Natural Moisturizing Factor / Betaine)
If you are referring to cosmetic or skin-care ingredients labeled as NMF powder (such as moisturizing powders or betaine/trimethylglycine derivatives):
- Betaine / Trimethylglycine (often marketed as Betaine NMF-50):
- Description: White crystal or powder used as a natural amino-acid-based humectant/moisturizer in skin and hair care products.
- CAS Number: 107-43-7
- Molecular Formula: C₅H₁₁NO₂
- Powdered Liposomes with NMF (e.g., CarriVect™ 1):
- Description: Functional bio-active or carrier powders containing a blend of natural moisturizing factors (like sodium PCA, urea, lactic acid, and amino acids) used in powder cosmetics.
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