Description:
N-Formylglycine ethyl ester is a colorless to light yellow clear liquid with a faint, aromatic odor. It has a boiling point of 267-269 °C and a molecular weight of 131.13 g/mol. It is soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol. It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals. It is also used in the production of dyes and other biological compounds.
Chemical Properties:
Colorless to Light yellow clear liquid
Uses:
Due to its wide range of uses, N-FGE is a common reagent in laboratories and industrial settings. It is also used in the polymer industry to promote the formation of stable crosslinked polymeric networks. Additionally, it can be used in the production of detergents and surfactants.
N-FGE is also used in the production of dyes and pigments, as well as in the synthesis of vitamins and other biologically active compounds. It is also used as a corrosion inhibitor in the treatment of metal surfaces.