Acetamide – 25kg

Description

Acetamide 25kg – Johannesburg & South Africa

Acetamide, also known as ethanamide, is a colourless, crystalline organic compound and the simplest amide derived from acetic acid. It functions as a dipolar solvent and is widely used in chemical synthesis, industrial formulations, and specialised manufacturing processes.

Bidchem provides consistent Acetamide supply from Johannesburg, supporting customers throughout South Africa who require dependable access to industrial-grade chemicals.

Chemical Specifications

• Chemical Name: Acetamide

• Synonyms: Ethanamide, Acetic acid amide

• Chemical Formula: CH₃CONH₂

• Molecular Formula: C₂H₅NO

• Appearance: Colourless crystalline solid

• Odour: Slight mousy odour

• Solubility:

  • Soluble in water, chloroform, glycerin, and hot benzene

  • Slightly soluble in ether

• Melting Point: 79.0 – 81.0 °C

• Boiling Point: 221.0 °C

• Density: 1.17 g/cm³

• Hardness: 1–1.5 (Mohs scale)

• Packaging: 25kg bag

Applications & Uses

Solvent Applications
Used as a solvent in the fibre industry for dyes and in certain pharmaceutical and antibiotic synthesis processes.

Stabilisers & Formulations
Applied as a stabiliser for plasticisers and peroxides in industrial formulations.

Chemical Manufacturing
Used in the production of lacquers, explosives, and soldering fluxes.

Synthesis & Intermediates
Employed in the preparation of insecticides, specialised chemical compounds, and selected pharmaceutical intermediates.

Research & Laboratory Use
Used in laboratory research and development as a reactive amide compound.

Packaging & Delivery

Acetamide is supplied in secure 25kg industrial packaging, suitable for storage, handling, and transport.

Bidchem offers local delivery within Johannesburg and nationwide distribution across South Africa, servicing industrial, academic, and commercial customers.

Safety & Handling Information

Acetamide should be handled in accordance with standard industrial chemical safety practices.

Handling guidelines:

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Avoid inhalation of dust and prolonged skin contact

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area

• Dispose of material according to South African regulations

A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is available upon request. Supplied for professional and industrial use only.

Why Buy Acetamide from Bidchem South Africa?

• Johannesburg-based chemical supplier

• Reliable nationwide supply across South Africa

• Consistent industrial-grade quality

• Secure 25kg packaging

• Experienced technical and customer support