Description

tert-Butylurea CAS NO 1118-12-3 is a versatile organic compound belonging to the urea derivative class, characterized by the presence of a tert-butyl group. This structural feature makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the tert-butyl carbamate (Boc) protecting group or tert-butyl-substituted heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the tert-butyl moiety imparts specific biological activity or stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the tert-butylurea moiety into larger molecules, enabling the study of structure-activity relationships.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers, such as polyureas, with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and the creation of novel chemical entities for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butylurea
CAS No.	1118-12-3
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(tert-Butyl)urea; 1-tert-Butylurea; (tert-Butyl)urea; 2-Methyl-2-propanylurea; Urea, N-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; Urea, (1,1-dimethylethyl)-; N-tert-Butylurea; TBU
EINECS	214-269-6

Quality Control

Our tert-Butylurea is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	180 - 184 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.