Product Identification

Product Name

Ethyl acetamidoacetate

Synonyms

Ethyl 2-acetamidoacetate
Ethyl N-acetylglycinate
Glycine, N-acetyl-, ethyl ester

CAS

1906-82-7

Formula

C6H11NO3

Molecular Weight

145.15

EINECS

217-608-9

Beilstein/Gmelin

1766072

Beilstein Reference

4-04-00-02401

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid.

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

43-47

Boiling Point

260

Vapor Pressure

0.011 (25 C)

Partition Coefficient

-.54

Heat Of Vaporization

50.1 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

111

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.