Acrylamide (Crystal)

Acrylamide (Crystal)

CAS Number:79‑06‑1

Synonyms:2‑Propenamide; Acrylic acid amide

Chemical Formula:CH₂=CHCONH₂

Molecular Weight:71.08 g/mol

Product Introduction

A white, odorless crystalline solid—generally ≥98% purity. Acrylamide is a vinyl amide used primarily to produce polyacrylamide resins for wastewater treatment, soil stabilization, and electrophoresis gels. It is also a known probable human carcinogen via occupational exposure

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Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance White, odorless crystals or powder
Melting Point ~84–86 °C (lit.), ca 84.5 °C
Boiling/Decomp. Temp Decomposes; polymerizes instead of boiling
Density ~1.13–1.32 g/cm³
Solubility in Water ≈390 g/L @25 °C
Solubility (org. solvents) Soluble in ethanol, acetone, ether; slightly soluble in toluene; insoluble in benzene
Vapor Pressure ~0.9 Pa @20 °C (~0.007 mmHg)
Flash Point ~14 °C

Applications

  • Polyacrylamide production: used in water treatment, flocculation, and electrophoresis
  • Laboratory reagent: for gels, coatings, adhesives

Safety & Handling

  • Probable carcinogen (EPA IARC 2A). Toxic via ingestion or inhalation—LD₅₀ ~107 mg/kg (mouse/oral). May damage nervous system—irritation, numbness. Use in a fume hood; wear full PPE; monitor dust exposure and control polymerization. Store cool, sealed, dark.

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