Description

1-(2-Chloro-Acetyl)-3-Ethyl-Urea is a versatile organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial interest. This compound is valued for its reactive chloroacetyl and urea functional groups, which enable its use in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for research and development as well as production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with urea or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis for creating novel compounds in medicinal and materials chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in polymer chemistry as a modifier or cross-linking agent for resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Chloro-Acetyl)-3-Ethyl-Urea
CAS No.	4791-24-6
Molecular Formula	C5H9ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	164.59 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Chloroacetyl)-N'-ethylurea; 1-(Chloroacetyl)-3-ethylurea; 3-Ethyl-1-(2-chloroacetyl)urea; Urea, N-(2-chloroacetyl)-N'-ethyl-; Chloroacetylethylurea; 2-Chloro-N-(ethylcarbamoyl)acetamide; N-Ethyl-N'-(chloroacetyl)urea
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Chloro-Acetyl)-3-Ethyl-Urea is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive applications. A 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 1.0%
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.