2-Hydroxyacetamide
Also known as: Glycolamide, Glycolic acid amide, Glycolic amide, alpha-Hydroxyacetamide, 2-Hydroxyacetimidic acid, NSC 97323, carbamoylmethanol, Hydroxyacetamide, Acetamide, 2-hydroxy-, Glycollamide, (Hydroxymethyl)formamide, Glycolamide (8CI)
2-Hydroxyacetamide (CAS 598-42-5) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H5NO2 and a molecular weight of 75.067 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 118-120ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 338.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 158.5±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 598-42-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-48557-4
- Molecular Formula
- C2H5NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 75.067 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
No offers for this compound yet.
Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 118-120ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 338.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 158.5±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 75.032028 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | -2.03 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.461 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2924199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxyacetamide?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxyacetamide is 598-42-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyacetamide?
2-Hydroxyacetamide has molecular formula C2H5NO2 and molecular weight 75.067 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Hydroxyacetamide?
For 2-Hydroxyacetamide, Upstream Products: Ethyl glycolate, Potassium carbonate, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: N-Benzyl-2-hydroxyacetamide, 2,4-Oxazolidinedione, 2-Chloroacetamide.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Hydroxyacetamide (CAS 598-42-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48557-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).
Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.