Description

Trimethylthiourea is a versatile sulfur-containing organic compound with the CAS number 2489-77-2, widely utilized as a key intermediate and accelerator in industrial synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as an efficient vulcanization accelerator for specialty rubbers and as a precursor in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, fine chemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for their production processes.

Application

• Rubber Vulcanization Accelerator: A critical component for accelerating the vulcanization process of chloroprene (CR) and other specialty rubbers, improving cure rates and final product properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiourea moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photographic Chemicals: Acts as a stabilizer and additive in specific photographic developer formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and industrial settings for the introduction of the thiourea functional group into more complex molecules.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in specialty formulations designed to protect metals in specific acidic or industrial environments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethylthiourea
CAS No.	2489-77-2
Molecular Formula	C4H10N2S
Molecular Weight	118.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,3-Trimethyl-2-thiourea; N,N,1-Trimethylthiourea; 1,1,3-Trimethylthiourea; Trimethylthiocarbamide; TMTU; Accelerator TMU; Vulcacit C; Vulkacit C; Pennac CRA; Thiourea, N,N,1-trimethyl-
EINECS	219-654-8

Quality Control

Our Trimethylthiourea is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, melting point, and loss on drying. Our quality commitment ensures consistency and reliability for your critical B2B applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in a dark place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	74 - 78 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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