Description

Urea, Polymer With Ethanedial is a synthetic polymer formed from the condensation reaction of urea and glyoxal (ethanedial). This compound is valued for its ability to act as a durable, water-soluble resin with excellent cross-linking properties. It serves as a critical intermediate and performance additive in industries such as textiles, paper manufacturing, adhesives, and coatings, where it enhances product durability and functionality.

Application

• Textile Finishing Agent: Used as a durable press resin to impart wrinkle resistance and dimensional stability to cotton and cellulose-based fabrics.
• Paper Strengthening Resin: Functions as a wet-strength additive and dry-strength agent in paper and paperboard production.
• Adhesive Formulation: Serves as a cross-linking component in urea-formaldehyde and other thermosetting adhesive systems for wood composites like plywood and particleboard.
• Coatings and Binders: Employed in the synthesis of water-based industrial coatings, foundry binders, and abrasives to improve hardness and cure properties.
• Flame Retardant Synergist: Can be utilized in certain polymer systems to enhance flame-retardant efficacy.
• Soil Stabilization: Investigated for use in soil conditioning and dust control applications in agricultural and construction sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Urea, Polymer With Ethanedial
CAS No.	53037-34-6
Molecular Formula	(C3H6N2O2)n
Molecular Weight	Polymeric substance (variable)
Synonyms	Glyoxal-Urea Polymer; Urea-Glyoxal Resin; Poly(urea-co-glyoxal); Ethanedial polymer with urea; Glyoxal/Urea Condensate; Urea-Glyoxal Adduct; Urea-Glyoxal Copolymer; 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine, polymer with ethanedial
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Urea, Polymer With Ethanedial is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance, including assessment of resin solids content, viscosity, free formaldehyde levels, and reactivity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and potential caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or aqueous solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Solids Content	Contact for details
Viscosity (Brookfield)	Contact for details
pH (as supplied)	Contact for details
Free Formaldehyde	< 0.1% (or to customer specification)
Solubility	Soluble in water

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