Description

sec-Butyl-Thiourea is a specialized organic compound belonging to the thiourea class, characterized by its sec-butyl substituent. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and reagent, valued for its role in synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and as a precursor in various chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed in industrial water treatment and metalworking fluids to protect against corrosion.
• Rubber Vulcanization Accelerator: Serves as an auxiliary agent in the vulcanization process for synthetic rubber.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing sulfur and nitrogen-containing molecules.
• Electroplating Additive: Used in specific electroplating baths to improve deposit quality and brightness.

Basic Information

Product Name	sec-Butyl-Thiourea
CAS No.	6814-99-9
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2S
Molecular Weight	132.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-sec-Butyl-2-thiourea; N-(1-Methylpropyl)thiourea; 2-Butylthiourea; Thiourea, N-(1-methylpropyl)-; Thiourea, (1-methylpropyl)-; (±)-1-sec-Butyl-2-thiourea; N-sec-Butylthiourea
EINECS	229-889-7

Quality Control

Our sec-Butyl-Thiourea is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR, purity assessment by HPLC or titration, and control of key impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to ensure compliance with your specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	72 - 76 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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