Description

n-(Hydroxymethyl)Formamide is a versatile organic compound with a hydroxymethyl group attached to a formamide nitrogen, making it a valuable bifunctional building block. This chemical is essential for synthesizing a wide range of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers due to its reactive sites. It is particularly sought after by research and development laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and industrial chemists working on heterocyclic compounds and resin intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Serves as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the manufacture of specialty resins, adhesives, and coatings.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for introducing the N-(hydroxymethyl) functional group.
• Textile & Leather Auxiliaries: Employed in the formulation of finishing agents and cross-linkers for fibers and leather.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Hydroxymethyl)Formamide
CAS No.	13052-19-2
Molecular Formula	C₂H₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	75.07 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Hydroxymethyl)formamide; Formamide, N-(hydroxymethyl)-; Hydroxymethylformamide; N-Methylolformamide; (Hydroxymethyl)formamide; N-Formylaminomethanol; 13052-19-2; NSC 403697
EINECS	235-937-7

Quality Control

Our n-(Hydroxymethyl)Formamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.