Description

Tetraisobutyl-Urea is a specialty urea derivative characterized by its four isobutyl substituents, offering unique steric and solubility properties. This compound is valued in advanced chemical synthesis as a versatile intermediate and functional additive. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer sectors for developing novel materials and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates requiring specific steric hindrance.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating specialized herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive: Acts as a plasticizer, cross-linking agent, or modifier to enhance the flexibility and processing characteristics of specialty resins.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Functions as a performance additive to improve stability and reduce deposits in advanced formulations.
• Coating & Adhesive Formulations: Used to modify cure profiles and adhesion properties in high-performance industrial coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraisobutyl-Urea
CAS No.	54699-24-0
Molecular Formula	C17H36N2O
Molecular Weight	284.48 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,3,3-Tetraisobutylurea; N,N,N',N'-Tetraisobutylurea; Urea, N,N,N',N'-tetraisobutyl-; Urea, 1,1,3,3-tetraisobutyl-; Tetra-isobutyl-urea; TIBU; Tetraisobutyl Urea; Isobutyl Urea Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetraisobutyl-Urea is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production 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). 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 to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.