Description

1-(Butoxymethyl)-3-Octadecylurea is a specialty urea derivative with a long-chain alkyl group and an alkoxymethyl substituent. This molecular structure provides unique properties as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the polymer and specialty chemical industries for its ability to modify material characteristics and act as a building block for novel compounds.

Application

• Polymer Modification: Acts as a chain extender, cross-linking agent, or property modifier in polyurethane, epoxy, and other resin systems to enhance flexibility, adhesion, or thermal stability.
• Surface Active Agents: Serves as a precursor or component in the synthesis of specialty surfactants and emulsifiers for industrial formulations.
• Lubricant & Grease Additives: Used as an additive to improve the performance characteristics of synthetic lubricants and high-temperature greases.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Functions as an intermediate in the production of film-forming amine-based corrosion inhibitors for metal treatment processes.
• Textile & Leather Auxiliaries: Employed as a softening agent, water repellent, or finishing chemical in textile and leather processing.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Provides a key synthetic building block for the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Butoxymethyl)-3-Octadecylurea
CAS No.	94277-84-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₄H₅₀N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	402.67 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Butoxymethyl)-N'-octadecylurea; Octadecyl(butoxymethyl)urea; 3-Octadecyl-1-(butoxymethyl)urea; Urea, N-(butoxymethyl)-N'-octadecyl-; Urea, 1-(butoxymethyl)-3-octadecyl-; Stearyl(butoxymethyl)urea; 1-Butoxymethyl-3-stearylurea
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Butoxymethyl)-3-Octadecylurea is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatography, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and consistent high-quality standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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