Description

n-Methyl-N'-(4-Chlorophenyl)-n-Nitrosourea is a specialized nitrosourea derivative with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and research. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel agrochemicals and pharmaceutical agents, where its unique structure enables specific chemical transformations. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of potential therapeutic candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and optimization of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its nitrosourea moiety.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Acts as a tool compound in biochemical research to study alkylation mechanisms and DNA interaction studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a specialized reagent for introducing the N-methyl-N-nitrosourea functional group into complex organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a precursor or modifying agent in the development of specialized polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyl-N'-(4-Chlorophenyl)-n-Nitrosourea
CAS No.	25355-61-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	213.62 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1-nitroso-3-(4-chlorophenyl)urea; 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-methyl-1-nitrosourea; N-Methyl-N-nitroso-N'-(4-chlorophenyl)urea; 4-Chlorophenyl methylnitrosourea; NSC 23909; p-Chlorophenyl methylnitrosourea; 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-3-methyl-1-nitrosourea
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Methyl-N'-(4-Chlorophenyl)-n-Nitrosourea is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the exacting standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct or strong artificial light.

Specification

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

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