Description

(Cyanomethyl)Urea is a versatile organic building block featuring both urea and nitrile functional groups. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing a wide range of heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and fine-tuning material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic scaffolds, including pyrimidines and triazines, which are core structures in many drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to create complex bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block in medicinal chemistry and material science for creating libraries of new chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of certain specialty dyes and organic pigments, where the cyano and urea groups contribute to color and stability properties.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like adhesion, solubility, or thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Cyanomethyl)Urea
CAS No.	5962-02-7
Molecular Formula	C3H5N3O
Molecular Weight	99.09 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Cyanomethyl)urea; 1-(Cyanomethyl)urea; Urea, N-(cyanomethyl)-; Urea, (cyanomethyl)-; 2-Cyanoacetylurea; Cyanomethylurea; Glycine, N-carbamoyl-, nitrile
EINECS	227-758-5

Quality Control

Our (Cyanomethyl)Urea is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical processes.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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