Description

2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)Acrylonitrile is a versatile bifunctional monomer featuring both a reactive hydroxyl group and an acrylonitrile moiety, making it a valuable building block for advanced polymer synthesis. This compound is essential for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties such as enhanced adhesion, chemical resistance, and cross-linking capabilities. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, specialty coatings, adhesives, and advanced material science sectors for developing next-generation products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Used as a co-monomer to introduce hydroxyl functionality into acrylic and nitrile-based polymers, improving properties for coatings and adhesives.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in the formulation of thermosetting resins and coatings to enhance network density and durability.
• Surface Modifier: Utilized to modify surface properties of materials for improved hydrophilicity or adhesion promotion.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a precursor for further chemical transformations in organic and medicinal chemistry research.
• Advanced Material Development: Investigated for use in high-performance composites, hydrogels, and other functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)Acrylonitrile
CAS No.	69521-64-8
Molecular Formula	C5H7NO
Molecular Weight	97.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxyethyl Acrylonitrile; 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)propenenitrile; Acrylonitrile, 2-(1-hydroxyethyl)-; 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-2-propenenitrile; 2-Propenenitrile, 2-(1-hydroxyethyl)-; β-Hydroxyethyl Acrylonitrile; HEAN
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Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)Acrylonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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