2-Hydroxyacetamide

2-羟基乙酰胺

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. It is also known as Glycolamide, Glycolic acid amide and Glycolic amide. 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-48557-9
Molecular Formula
C2H5NO2
Chinese Name
2-羟基乙酰胺
Molecular Weight
75.067 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point118-120ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point338.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point158.5±23.2 °C

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.

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