Description

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-Methylacetamide is a versatile organic compound and a key chemical intermediate. Its bifunctional structure, containing both an amide and a hydroxyl group, makes it valuable for synthesis and formulation across multiple high-value industries. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and personal care sectors seeking to develop advanced products with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a polar, solubilizing moiety.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a solvent, co-solvent, or intermediate in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as a humectant and moisturizing agent in skin creams, lotions, and hair care products due to its hygroscopic nature.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce hydrophilic properties into polymers and specialty resins.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Functions as a solvent or intermediate in the manufacturing of specialty dyes and organic pigments.
• Gas Treating & Separation: Utilized in formulations for acid gas removal processes, such as carbon dioxide capture.

Basic Information

Product Name	N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-Methylacetamide
CAS No.	15567-95-0
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)acetamide; 2-(N-Methylacetamido)ethanol; Acetamide, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-methyl-; N-Methylacetamide-2-ethanol; Hydroxyethyl Methyl Acetamide; HEMA (in specific contexts); N-Methyl-N-(β-hydroxyethyl)acetamide; 2-[(Methylamino)carbonyl]ethanol
EINECS	239-635-7

Quality Control

Our N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-Methylacetamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/cm³

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