Description

1-Hexadecyl-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)Urea is a synthetic organic compound belonging to the urea derivative class, characterized by its long alkyl chain and nitro-substituted aromatic ring. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and functional material in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its urea core for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor or additive in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or supramolecular structures due to its self-assembly potential.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in biochemical research as a tool compound to study enzyme inhibition or cellular processes.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Functions in the synthesis of specialized colorants and pigments where the nitro and urea groups contribute to chromophore properties.
• Surfactant & Detergent Research: Investigated for its potential surface-active properties stemming from the hydrophilic urea head and long hydrophobic tail.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexadecyl-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)Urea
CAS No.	6313-97-9
Molecular Formula	C23H39N3O3
Molecular Weight	405.58 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Hexadecyl-N'-(4-nitrophenyl)urea; 1-Cetyl-3-(4-nitrophenyl)urea; Palmitoyl-4-nitrophenylurea; Urea, N-hexadecyl-N'-(4-nitrophenyl)-; 4-Nitrophenyl cetyl urea; Cetyl-4-nitrophenylurea; N-(4-Nitrophenyl)-N'-hexadecylurea
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hexadecyl-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)Urea is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characterization, supporting its use in research and regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.