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N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide

Also known as: 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione, 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)isoindoline-1,3-dione, 2-Phthalimidoethanol, 2-Hydroxyethylphthalimide, N-Hydroxyethylphthalimide, N-(beta-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide, 1H-Isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione, 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-, Phthalimide, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide (CAS 3891-07-4) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 191.183 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 126-128 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 356.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 169.4±23.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3891-07-4
Jingsj CID
J-29620-8
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO3
Molecular Weight
191.183 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point126-128 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point356.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point169.4±23.2 °C
Exact Mass191.058243
PSA57.61000
LogP0.93
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.622

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2925190090
Summary2925190090 other imides and their derivatives; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide?

The CAS number of N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide is 3891-07-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide?

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide has molecular formula C10H9NO3 and molecular weight 191.183 g/mol.

Is N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide hazardous?

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide?

For N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phthalimide, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, Ethanolamine, Potassium phthalimide; Downstream Products: N-Methylphthalimide, N-Vinylphthalimide, N-Phthaloylglycine.

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