Description

2-Acrylamidoglycolic Acid Monohydrate is a versatile, high-purity specialty monomer with a bifunctional structure containing both a polymerizable acrylamide group and a reactive carboxylic acid group. This unique combination makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced functional polymers with tailored properties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop products with enhanced performance characteristics such as superabsorbency, controlled drug release, or specific chemical reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring a carboxylic acid moiety for conjugation or enhanced bioavailability.
• Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs): A key monomer for manufacturing high-performance SAPs used in hygiene products (e.g., diapers, adult incontinence pads) and agricultural water-retention gels.
• Cross-linking Agent: Serves as an effective cross-linker in hydrogel formulations for biomedical applications, including wound dressings, contact lenses, and tissue engineering scaffolds.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into hair fixative resins, skin care gels, and other cosmetic formulations to modify viscosity, film formation, and moisture retention.
• Water Treatment Chemicals: Utilized in the production of flocculants and scale inhibitors for industrial and municipal water treatment processes.
• Adhesives & Coatings: Enhances the adhesion, durability, and chemical resistance of acrylic-based adhesive and coating systems.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in polymer chemistry, material science, and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acrylamidoglycolic Acid Monohydrate
CAS No.	199926-33-5
Molecular Formula	C5H7NO4 • H2O
Molecular Weight	163.12 g/mol (Monohydrate)
Synonyms	N-(Carboxymethyl)acrylamide Monohydrate; Acrylamidoglycolic Acid Monohydrate; 2-Acrylamido-2-hydroxyacetic Acid Monohydrate; N-Acryloylglycine Monohydrate; AGA Monohydrate; (Acrylamido)acetic Acid Monohydrate; N-Acryloylaminomethanoic Acid Monohydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Acrylamidoglycolic Acid Monohydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and moisture content. For specific regulatory needs, please contact our technical support team.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, bases, and sources of heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	9.0 - 11.0% (Theoretical for monohydrate: ~11.0%)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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