Description

Cyanomethylurea CAS NO 5962-07-2 is a versatile organic compound featuring both cyano and urea functional groups, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. This compound is crucial for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials due to its reactivity as a building block. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds and molecules with urea/thiourea motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for various chemical transformations, including cyclization reactions to form pyrimidines, triazines, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material in the synthesis of certain complex dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyanomethylurea
CAS No.	5962-07-2
Molecular Formula	C3H5N3O
Molecular Weight	99.09 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Cyanomethylurea; 1-Cyanourea; (Aminocarbonylamino)acetonitrile; Urea, N-(cyanomethyl)-; Acetonitrile, (aminocarbonylamino)-; Glycinonitrile, N-carbamoyl-; 2-Cyanoguanidine (Note: This is a different isomer, but a common search confusion); Cyanoguanidine, N-hydroxy- (related derivative)
EINECS	227-758-8

Quality Control

Our Cyanomethylurea is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents. The product may be hygroscopic; ensure containers are sealed after use to minimize moisture absorption.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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