Description

n-2-Hydroxyethylformamide is a versatile organic compound and a key chemical intermediate prized for its bifunctional reactivity. Its structure, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a formamide moiety, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop specialized formulations and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring ethanolamine or formamide derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings to impart specific properties like hydrophilicity.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing heterocycles and other complex molecular architectures.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Utilized as a polar, high-boiling solvent for various organic reactions and purification processes.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Employed in the synthesis of surfactants and conditioning agents for cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-2-Hydroxyethylformamide
CAS No.	693-06-1
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO2
Molecular Weight	89.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethylformamide; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)formamide; Ethanolformamide; N-Hydroxyethylformamide; Formic acid 2-hydroxyethylamide; 2-Hydroxy-N-ethylformamide; HEAF; NSC 403697
EINECS	211-748-8

Quality Control

Our n-2-Hydroxyethylformamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality.

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)	1.470 - 1.475
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20 g/mL

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