Description

2-Hydroxyethylurea is a versatile organic compound and a key intermediate in the synthesis of various specialty chemicals. Its bifunctional structure, containing both hydroxyl and urea groups, makes it valuable for introducing hydrophilic and reactive sites into polymer chains and formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and resin industries seeking to enhance product performance through chemical modification. Its utility as a humectant and cross-linking agent drives demand in high-value applications.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an effective humectant and moisturizing agent in skin creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Textile Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linker in the production of durable press resins and textile finishing agents.
• Polymer Modification: Used to synthesize water-soluble or hydrophilic polymers, such as polyurethanes and epoxy curing agents.
• Adhesive & Coating Resins: Incorporated to improve flexibility, adhesion, and moisture resistance in various resin systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Biocide & Preservative Synergy: Functions as a carrier or synergist in certain industrial preservative formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyethylurea
CAS No.	2078-71-9
Molecular Formula	C3H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	104.11 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)urea; β-Hydroxyethylurea; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)urea; Urea, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-; HEU; N-Hydroxyethylurea; 2-Hydroxyethyl urea; Ethanol, 2-amino-, reaction products with urea
EINECS	218-210-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyethylurea is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and identification. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks including REACH. Specifications can be adjusted to meet specific customer requirements for industrial or cosmetic grades.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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