Acrylamide, 99%

Name: Acrylamide, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003251

About Acrylamide, 99%

Acrylamide (CAS 79-06-1) is a molecular biology reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) with a typical assay of 99%. The compound has the formula C3H5NO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 71.08 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is prop-2-enamide. Alternative names: 2-Propenamide and Acrylic acid amide.

In its supplied form it is a white powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 81-87 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows, protein analysis and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Acrylamide is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acrylamide, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003251
CAS Number	79-06-1
IUPAC name	prop-2-enamide
Molecular formula	C₃H₅NO
Molecular weight	71.08 g/mol
Exact mass	71.0371
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29241900
InChIKey	HRPVXLWXLXDGHG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C=CC(=O)N
PubChem CID	6579

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder
Melting point	81-87 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	43.1 Å²
UN number	UN 2074
Synonyms	2-Propenamide, Acrylic acid amide, Propenamide, Acrylic amide, Ethylenecarboxamide, Vinyl amide, Propeneamide, Amresco Acryl-40, Propenoic acid amide, Ethylene Carboxamide, Amid kyseliny akrylove, Acrylamide Monomer

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H340May cause genetic defects
H350May cause cancer

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 79-06-1

Reference Standard

Acrylamide

CAS: 79-06-1
Formula: C₃H₅NO
MW: 71.08 g/mol

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AR

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Formula: C₃H₅NO
MW: 71.08 g/mol

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AR / Electrophoresis

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Electrophoresis

Acrylamide, for electrophoresis, 99%+

CAS: 79-06-1
Formula: C₃H₅NO
MW: 71.08 g/mol

VQ-003252

GC

Acrylamide, for GC >98%

CAS: 79-06-1
Formula: C₃H₅NO
MW: 71.08 g/mol

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Molecular Biology

Acrylamide, for molecular biology, 99%+

CAS: 79-06-1
Formula: C₃H₅NO
MW: 71.08 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acrylamide, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Acrylamide, 99% is 79-06-1. It is also known as 2-Propenamide, Acrylic acid amide, Propenamide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acrylamide, 99%?

Acrylamide, 99% has the molecular formula C3H5NO and a molecular weight of 71.08 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is prop-2-enamide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Acrylamide, 99% can I order?

We supply Acrylamide, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acrylamide, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Acrylamide, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Acrylamide, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acrylamide, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2074), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.