Molekula
N-Methylacetamide
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N-Methylacetamide is a polar aprotic solvent and intermediate used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It also serves as a solvent for electrochemical work and is registered with the US EPA for use in pesticide products. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a mild odor. Available in 100g, 500g, and 1kg packaging. CAS: 79-16-3, Molecular Formula: CH3CONHCH3, Molecular Weight: 73.09 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies N-Methylacetamide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £19.00 per pack ex VAT · £22.80 inc. VAT
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500 g — £75.30 per pack ex VAT · £90.36 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to yellow solid or liquid |
| Purity (GC) | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 116 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Needles |
| Melting Point | 28 °C |
| Boiling Point | 205 °C |
| Water Solubility | 1000 g/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, ether, acetone, benzene |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.44 mmHg at 23 °C. |
| Refractive Index | 1.4301 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -1.05 |
Source: PubChem CID 6582 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90029615 |
| CAS Number | 79-16-3 |
| IUPAC Name | N-methylacetamide |
| EC Number | 201-182-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CONHCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 73.09 |
| Exact Mass | 73.0528 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)NC |
| InChIKey | OHLUUHNLEMFGTQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H7NO/c1-3(5)4-2/h1-2H3,(H,4,5) |
| PubChem CID | 6582 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29241911 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H360D May harm the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Acetamide, methyl-
- Acetamide, N-methyl-
- Acetic acid, amide, N-methyl
- Acetylmethylamine
- methane, methylcarbamoyl-
- Methylacetamide
- Monomethylacetamide
- N-Acetyl-N-methylamine
- N-Monomethylacetamide
- X 44
Frequently asked questions
What is N-Methylacetamide commonly used for?
N-Methylacetamide (CAS 79-16-3) is primarily used as a solvent in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and as a polar aprotic solvent for reactions requiring high solubility of inorganic salts.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-Methylacetamide?
The molecular formula is **CH₃CONHCH₃**, and the molecular weight is **73.09 g/mol**.
How should N-Methylacetamide be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials.
What grades of N-Methylacetamide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical grade** N-Methylacetamide; please contact us for specifications on purity and quality.
Can Molekula supply N-Methylacetamide in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of N-Methylacetamide; minimum order quantities and packaging options are available upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of N-Methylacetamide?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list.
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