Description

1,3-Dimethylurea is a versatile organic compound with the CAS number 96-31-1, serving as a key building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its reactivity as a methylating agent and its role as a precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agricultural, and polymer industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including caffeine derivatives and other heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as a methyl donor or core structural unit.
• Polymer Industry: Functions as a cross-linking agent, chain extender, or monomer in the production of specialty resins, polyurethanes, and other performance polymers.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a reagent in organic synthesis for methylation reactions and the construction of complex molecular architectures.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain dyes and organic pigments.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: May be used in the synthesis of certain conditioning agents or other specialty cosmetic ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dimethylurea
CAS No.	96-31-1
Molecular Formula	C3H8N2O
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Dimethylurea; sym-Dimethylurea; 1,3-Dimethylcarbamide; Urea, 1,3-dimethyl-; Urea, N,N'-dimethyl-; DMU; NSC 72447; UNII-7M2K0F5F2I
EINECS	202-498-7

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dimethylurea is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality standards.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	100 - 106 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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