Acrylamide

Acrylamide

Acrylamide

Acrylamide is an organic compound with the chemical formula C3H5NO. It is a white, odorless, crystalline powder that is highly soluble in water. It is a monomer that is used in the production of various polymers and copolymers, including polyacrylamide and acrylamide-based resins. These polymers are used in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, including water treatment, oil and gas drilling, papermaking, and textiles. Additionally, acrylamide is used in the production of cosmetics, adhesives, and grouts.

Product CharacteristicsProduct Detail
CAS No79-06-1
FormulaC3H5NO
Molecular Weight71.08
SynonymsAcrylamide(8CI);Acrylic amide;Bio-Acrylamide 50;Ethylenecarboxamide;NSC 7785;Propenamide;Vinyl amide;
EINECS201-173-7
Density0.961 g/cm3
Melting Point82-86 `C(lit.)
Boiling Point231.711 `C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point78.951 `C
Solubilitysoluble in water
Appearancewhite crystals