N-Acetylethanolamine

Independent reference data for N-Acetylethanolamine (CAS 142-26-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as a plasticizer, humectant (paper products, glues, cork, and inks), and textile conditioner; [Hawley]Pulp and Paper Processing [Category: Industry]

Synonyms and trade names

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)acetamide; N-Acetylethanolamine; 142-26-7; 2-Acetamidoethanol; Acetylcolamine; Acetamide, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-; Acetamide MEA; 2-Acetylaminoethanol; N-Ethanolacetamide; N-Acetyl-2-aminoethanol; Hydroxyethyl acetamide; N-Acetyl ethanolamine; ACETYLETHANOLAMINE; N-2-Hydroxyethylacetamide; Acetic monoethanolamide; beta-Hydroxyethylacetamide

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Acetamide MEA) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Humectant; Antistatic
GHS notification summary	40% (32 / 80)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	40% (32 / 80)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (51.2%), H318 (60%), H335 (51.2%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 40% (32 of 80) of reports.

H315 (51.2%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

N-Acetylethanolamine · CAS 142-26-7 · C4H9NO2. UNII A9O0818TWD. Boiling Point: 166-167 °C @ 8 MM HG; Melting Point: 63-65 °C; Flash Point: 176.6 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.