Description

1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-3-Methylthiourea is a specialized thiourea derivative characterized by its dimethylphenyl substituent. This compound matters as a versatile chemical intermediate, offering a reactive thiourea core that is valuable for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is needed by research and development chemists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries, as well as by manufacturers of dyes, pigments, and rubber chemicals seeking to develop novel products with specific properties.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a precursor in medicinal chemistry for developing potential therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its ability to form complex structures.
• Rubber Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of vulcanization accelerators and other rubber additives.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a ligand for metal ions, useful in creating catalysts or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for the preparation of guanidines and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-3-Methylthiourea
CAS No.	13278-55-2
Molecular Formula	C10H14N2S
Molecular Weight	194.30 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-N'-methylthiourea; 1-Methyl-3-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)thiourea; 2,4-Dimethylphenyl methylthiourea; N-Methyl-N'-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)thiourea; Thiourea, N-methyl-N'-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-; CAS 13278-55-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)-3-Methylthiourea is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. For specific purity grades or custom specifications, please contact our technical team.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. As with many organic compounds, long-term stability is best under inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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