Description

n-Butylurea CAS NO 592-31-4 is a versatile organic compound belonging to the urea derivative class, characterized by a butyl group attached to the urea nitrogen. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, offering reactivity for the creation of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and manufacturing processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring urea-based pharmacophores or as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and industrial settings for the preparation of ureas, carbamates, and other nitrogen-containing compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in medicinal chemistry and material science research projects.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Functions as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butylurea
CAS No.	592-31-4
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butylurea; N-Butylurea; Butylurea; Urea, N-butyl-; Urea, butyl-; Butylcarbamide; NSC 66410; Butan-1-ylurea; 1-Butylcarbamide
EINECS	209-746-4

Quality Control

Our n-Butylurea is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results for assay, identification, and impurity profiles, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	96°C - 102°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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