Description

4,5-Dihydroxytetrahydro-2H-Imidazol-2-One is a versatile heterocyclic compound and a key intermediate in organic synthesis. This high-purity building block is critical for the development of advanced pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and specialty materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and cosmetic industries for its unique structural and functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating complex molecules in research and development for agrochemicals and specialty chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in life science research as a reagent or a model compound for studying enzyme interactions and metabolic processes.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialty additives used in advanced skincare and personal care formulations.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Its structure makes it a potential precursor for developing ligands and chelating agents used in various industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Dihydroxytetrahydro-2H-Imidazol-2-One
CAS No.	3720-97-6
Molecular Formula	C3H6N2O3
Molecular Weight	118.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Allantoin Impurity A; 5-Ureidohydantoin; (RS)-5-Ureidohydantoin; Glyoxylic Acid Dihydroxyimidazolidinedione; 2,5-Dioxo-4-imidazolidinylurea; NSC 1891; 4,5-Dihydroxy-2-imidazolidinone; 4,5-Dihydroxyimidazolidin-2-one
EINECS	223-070-5

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Dihydroxytetrahydro-2H-Imidazol-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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