CAS 689-11-2

sec-Butylurea

Description:

Sec-butylurea, with the CAS number 689-11-2, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of ureas. It is characterized by its molecular structure, which features a butyl group attached to the nitrogen atom of the urea functional group. This compound typically appears as a white crystalline solid and is soluble in polar solvents such as water and alcohols, owing to the presence of the urea functional group that can engage in hydrogen bonding. Sec-butylurea is known for its applications in various fields, including agriculture as a herbicide and in the synthesis of other organic compounds. Its melting point and boiling point can vary based on purity and environmental conditions. Additionally, sec-butylurea exhibits moderate toxicity, necessitating careful handling and adherence to safety protocols during use. Overall, its unique properties make it a valuable compound in both industrial and research settings.

Formula: C₅H₁₂N₂O

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H12N2O/c1-3-4(2)7-5(6)8/h4H,3H2,1-2H3,(H3,6,7,8)

InChI key: InChIKey=CBRSBDUOPJQVMP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(NC(N)=O)(CC)C

Synonyms:

• (Butan-2-yl)urea
• 1-Butan-2-Ylurea
• 1-[(2R)-butan-2-yl]urea
• 1-[(2S)-butan-2-yl]urea
• 2-Methylpropylurea
• N-(1-Methylpropyl)urea
• N-sec-Butylurea
• NSC 27458
• Urea, (1-methylpropyl)-
• Urea, N-(1-methylpropyl)-
• Urea, sec-butyl-

Urea, (1-methylpropyl)-

CAS: 689-11-2

Formula: C₅H₁₂N₂O

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 116.1616

Ref: IN-DA00IBVQ

N-sec-Butylurea

CAS: 689-11-2

N-sec-Butylurea

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 116.16g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1014477

1-​Butylurea

CAS: 689-11-2

Applications 1-​Butylurea is a compound used for developing cosmetic compositions for straightening hair fibers. It is also used as a reagent for the synthesis of chiral mono-​, di-​, tri-​, and tetraalkylglycolurils by cyclocondensation of ureas with dihydroxyimidazolidinones or glyoxal.
References Plos, G., et al.: Fr. Demande, FR 3004926 A1 20141031 (2014); Kravchenko, A. N.,et al.: Russ Chem. Bull., 54, 691 (2005).

Formula: C₅H₁₂N₂O

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: TR-B750105

N-sec-Butylurea

CAS: 689-11-2

Formula: C₅H₁₂N₂O

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Liquid, No data available.

Molecular weight: 116.164

Ref: 10-F342231