OCONH2

OCONH2 is the chemical formula for formamide. Formamide is an organic compound with the formula HCONH2. It is the simplest amide, derived from formic acid. Formamide is a colorless, viscous liquid at room temperature with a faint odor. It is miscible with water and most polar organic solvents.

Formamide is primarily used as a solvent and as a raw material in the synthesis of other organic compounds. Its ability to dissolve a wide range of substances, including polymers and inorganic salts, makes it useful in various industrial applications. It is employed in the production of plastics, textiles, and pesticides. In laboratories, formamide serves as a solvent for certain chemical reactions and as a medium for growing crystals.

Historically, formamide was used in the production of methylamine and hydrogen cyanide. However, due to safety concerns and the availability of alternative methods, its use in these areas has declined. Formamide is considered toxic and should be handled with care, avoiding skin contact and inhalation. It decomposes upon heating to ammonia and carbon monoxide.