Thermo Scientific Chemicals Acrylamide, 98.5%, extra pure

Description

Acrylamide, CAS # 79-06-1, is an organic amide compound used as a monomer in the synthesis of polyacrylamides. | CAS: 79-06-1 | C3H5NO | 71.08 g/mol

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General Description

• Acrylamide is an organic amide compound mainly used to as a monomer in the synthesis of polyacrylamide
• Acrylamide is formed in foods containing carbohydrates in its composition, mainly when these foods are fried, grilled or baked

Applications

• In laboratory experiments acrylamide participates in chemical reactions as an intermediate in the preparation of N-methylol acrylamide and N-butoxyacrylamide compounds
• For molecular usage, this compound can be used as a carrier and is involved in the precipitation of small amounts of DNA
• In molecular experiments it is used in gel electrophoresis, including western blot, and SDS-PAGE, to separate proteins and macromolecules based on their size and charge

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 79-06-1
• Molecular Formula: C3H5NO
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 71.08
• MDL Number: MFCD00008032
• InChI Key: HRPVXLWXLXDGHG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: Ethylenecarboxamide, 2-Propenamide
• PubChem CID: 6579
• ChEBI: CHEBI:28619
• IUPAC Name: prop-2-enamide
• SMILES: NC(=O)C=C

• Physical Form: Crystals or Crystalline Powder
• Boiling Point: 125.0°C (25.0 mmHg)
• Melting Point: 82.0°C to 86.0°C
• Density: 1.1220g/mL
• Color: White
• Quantity: 500 g
• Flash Point: 138°C
• Infrared Spectrum: Authentic
• Packaging: Plastic Bottle
• Assay Percent Range: 98.5%
• Linear Formula: H₂C=CHCONH₂
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: 21.5g/L (30°C). Other solubilities: solubilities in g/100mL solvent (30°C):, methanol 155; ethanol 86.2; acetone 63.1;, ethyl acetate 12.6; chloroform 2.66;, benzene 0.346; heptane 0.0068, soluble in ether
• Formula Weight: 71.08
• Percent Purity: 98.5%
• Grade: Extra Pure
• Chemical Name or Material: Acrylamide

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS P Statement Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Toxic if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Harmful if inhaled. May cause cancer. May cause genetic defects. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Suspected of damaging fertility. Harmful in contact with skin.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Obtain special instructions before use. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only