CAS 6737-24-2

2-Acrylamidoglycolic acid

Description:

2-Acrylamidoglycolic acid, with the CAS number 6737-24-2, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both acrylamide and glycolic acid functional groups. This substance is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid that is soluble in water, making it suitable for various applications in the fields of biochemistry and polymer science. It possesses a carboxylic acid group, which contributes to its acidity and reactivity, allowing it to participate in polymerization reactions. The acrylamide moiety provides the compound with the ability to form polyacrylamide networks, which are useful in applications such as gel electrophoresis and as flocculants in water treatment. Additionally, the hydroxyl group from the glycolic acid component enhances its hydrophilicity and potential for further chemical modifications. Overall, 2-acrylamidoglycolic acid is valued for its versatility in synthesizing copolymers and its potential use in drug delivery systems and tissue engineering.

Formula: C₅H₇NO₄

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H7NO4/c1-2-3(7)6-4(8)5(9)10/h2,4,8H,1H2,(H,6,7)(H,9,10)

InChI key: InChIKey=NEYTXADIGVEHQD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N(C(C(O)=O)O)C(C=C)=O

Synonyms:

• (2R)-(acryloylamino)(hydroxy)ethanoate
• (2S)-(acryloylamino)(hydroxy)ethanoate
• (Acryloylamino)(Hydroxy)Acetic Acid
• 2-Acrylamido-2-hydroxyacetic acid
• 2-Acrylamidoglycolic acid
• 2-Hydroxy-2-(prop-2-enamido)acetic acid
• 2-Hydroxy-2-[(1-oxo-2-propen-1-yl)amino]acetic acid
• 2-Hydroxy-2-[(1-oxo-2-propenyl)amino]acetic acid
• Acetic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-((1-oxo-2-propen-1-yl)amino)-
• Acetic acid, hydroxy((1-oxo-2-propenyl)amino)-
• Acrylamidoglycolic acid
• Glycolic acid, acrylamido-
• Glycolic acid, acrylamido- (7CI,8CI)
• Hf 7630
• Hydroxy((1-oxo-2-propenyl)amino)acetic acid

2-​Acrylamidoglycolic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 6737-24-2

Formula: C₅H₇NO₄

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 145.113

Ref: TR-A191330