Description

n-Ethyl-2-Hydroxypropionamide is a versatile organic amide compound with a hydroxyl group, offering unique solvency and reactivity. This chemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced synthesis and formulation processes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing active ingredients and performance-enhancing materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its amide and hydroxyl functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive: Acts as a plasticizer, cross-linking agent, or co-monomer in specialty resins and coatings to modify flexibility and adhesion.
• Chemical Solvent & Carrier: Employed as a high-boiling polar solvent for reactions and as a carrier in dye and pigment formulations.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Utilized in the production of surfactants and conditioning agents for cosmetics and hair care products.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Ethyl-2-Hydroxypropionamide
CAS No.	6280-14-4
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-N-ethylpropionamide; Ethyl Lactamide; N-Ethyllactamide; α-Hydroxypropionylethylamide; Lactamide, N-ethyl-; Propionamide, 2-hydroxy-N-ethyl-; Hydroxypropionic acid ethylamide
EINECS	228-485-6

Quality Control

Our n-Ethyl-2-Hydroxypropionamide is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.15 g/cm³

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