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 Characteristics | Product Detail |
|---|---|
| CAS No | 79-06-1 |
| Formula | C3H5NO |
| Molecular Weight | 71.08 |
| Synonyms | Acrylamide(8CI);Acrylic amide;Bio-Acrylamide 50;Ethylenecarboxamide;NSC 7785;Propenamide;Vinyl amide; |
| EINECS | 201-173-7 |
| Density | 0.961 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | 82-86 `C(lit.) |
| Boiling Point | 231.711 `C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 78.951 `C |
| Solubility | soluble in water |
| Appearance | white crystals |