Description

Ethylurea CAS NO 625-52-5 is a versatile organic compound belonging to the urea derivative family. It serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This chemical is essential for industries focused on developing new active ingredients, performance chemicals, and specialty polymers. Its reactivity profile makes it a key reagent for introducing the ethylurea moiety into target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for constructing heterocycles and functionalized urea derivatives.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins and polyurea coatings.
• Biochemistry: Employed in biochemical studies as a protein denaturant or in the study of urea transporter proteins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylurea
CAS No.	625-52-5
Molecular Formula	C3H8N2O
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Ethylurea; 1-Ethylurea; Urea, N-ethyl-; Ethylcarbamide; Monoethylurea; NSC 7591; Ethyl-urea; Urea, ethyl-
EINECS	210-902-6

Quality Control

Our Ethylurea is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

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 product 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	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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