Molekula
N-Methylacetamide
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N-Methylacetamide is a polar protic 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 at ≥99.0% purity (GC) in 100 g and 500 g packs, from £22.80 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 6 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
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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.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
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 and pharmaceuticals, and as a polar protic solvent whose very high dielectric constant allows it to dissolve 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 N-Methylacetamide with a purity of ≥99.0% (GC); please contact us for further 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.
Where can I buy N-Methylacetamide?
Directly from Molekula, which lists N-Methylacetamide in 100 g and 500 g packs from £22.80 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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