Description
sym-Diethylurea (CAS No. 623-76-7), also known as 1,3-Diethylurea, is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C5H12N2O. This white crystalline solid is widely utilized in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical research, and as a versatile intermediate in organic chemistry. With a molecular weight of 116.16 g/mol, it offers excellent solubility in polar solvents such as water, ethanol, and acetone. Our sym-Diethylurea is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (GC), making it ideal for demanding laboratory applications. Each batch is accompanied by comprehensive analytical documentation, including HPLC, NMR, and MS data for quality assurance. Packaged in amber glass bottles under inert atmosphere to ensure stability, this product is a reliable choice for researchers requiring consistent performance in synthetic and analytical workflows.
Properties
- CAS Number: 623-76-7
- Complexity: 64.8
- IUPAC Name: 1,3-diethylurea
- InChI: InChI=1S/C5H12N2O/c1-3-6-5(8)7-4-2/h3-4H2,1-2H3,(H2,6,7,8)
- InChI Key: ZWAVGZYKJNOTPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 116.094963011
- Molecular Formula: C5H12N2O
- Molecular Weight: 116.16
- SMILES: CCNC(=O)NCC
- Topological: 41.1
- Monoisotopic Mass: 116.094963011
- Physical Description: White crystalline powder;
- Synonyms: 1,3-Diethylurea, 623-76-7, N,N’-Diethylurea, sym-Diethylurea, Urea, N,N’-diethyl-, UREA, 1,3-DIETHYL-, Urea, N,N’-diethyl, Urea, N,N’-diethyl (9CI), NSC 429, 1JWC8EN6FM, EINECS 210-811-3, BRN 1744741, NSC-429, DTXSID90211365, symDiethylurea, n,n’diethylurea, Urea, 1,3diethyl, Urea, N,N’diethyl, Urea, N,N’diethyl (9CI), DTXCID90133856, 210-811-3, inchi=1/c5h12n2o/c1-3-6-5(8)7-4-2/h3-4h2,1-2h3,(h2,6,7,8, MFCD00009028, sym-N,N’-Diethylurea, N-ethyl(ethylamino)carboxamide, NSC429, Urea,3-diethyl-, Urea,N’-diethyl-, 1,3-diethyl-urea, 1,3-Diethyl urea, Diethylurea symmetrical, UNII-1JWC8EN6FM, 1,3-Diethylurea, 97%, SCHEMBL104169, SCHEMBL320068, SCHEMBL1233059, SCHEMBL4011487, SCHEMBL4986331, SBB058550, STK369707, AKOS000313642, CS-W013607, AS-11967, BP-30076, SY001914, DB-054147, D0534, NS00035024, ST50857387, EN300-117567, F11262
Application
sym-Diethylurea serves as a key building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of barbiturate analogs and hydantoin derivatives. It is employed as a stabilizer and intermediate in agrochemical formulations, enhancing the efficacy of herbicides and pesticides. Researchers also utilize it in polymer chemistry as a cross-linking agent or catalyst modifier for polyurethane and epoxy systems.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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