Acrylamide

Category: 

Monomer / Chemical Intermediate / Flocculant Precursor 

Description: Acrylamide (C₃H₅NO) is a white crystalline solid or aqueous solution, produced by the hydration of acrylonitrile. It is a highly reactive monomer used primarily in the manufacture of polyacrylamide, a versatile polymer applied in water treatment, paper strengthening, mineral processing, and enhanced oil recovery. Acrylamide offers excellent solubility in water, high reactivity, and strong polymer-forming capability, making it essential in industries requiring flocculation, thickening, and binding performance. 

Applications: 

1. Water & Wastewater Treatment Used as a monomer in producing polyacrylamide flocculants for clarification and sludge dewatering. Widely applied in municipal and industrial water treatment plants. 

2. Paper Industry Improves dry and wet strength of paper and enhances retention and drainage during production. 

3. Mining & Mineral Processing Polyacrylamide derivatives used for solid–liquid separation and tailings management. 

4. Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Serves as a base for polymer flooding agents that increase oil displacement efficiency. 

5. Textile & Cosmetics Used in textile sizing, thickening agents, and personal care gels (in crosslinked form). 

Technical Details: 

Chemical Name - Acrylamide 

Chemical Formula - C₃H₅NO 

Molecular Weight - 71.08 g/mol 

Appearance - White crystalline solid or 50% aqueous solution 

Odor Odorless - Purity ≥ 98% (solid) / ≥ 50% (solution) 

Boiling Point - Decomposes before boiling 

Melting Point - 84 – 86 °C 

Solubility - Soluble in water, methanol, ethanol 

Density (solid) - 1.13 g/cm³ 

pH (10% solution) - 6.0 – 7.0 

Flash Point - Not applicable (solid) 

Stability - Stable when stored below 30 °C; avoid light and oxidizers 

Packaging: 

25 kg Bags (solid form) 

200 kg Drums / 1000 L IBC Tanks (50% aqueous solution) 

Custom bulk packaging on request 

Storage & Handling: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Avoid heat and direct sunlight. Acrylamide is toxic and neurotoxic—handle with proper PPE (gloves, goggles, respirator). Store away from oxidizing agents and acids.