N,N'-Dimethylurea; symmetric Dimethylurea

Chemical Name: 1,3-Dimethylurea (DMU)

Synonyms: N,N'-Dimethylurea; symmetric Dimethylurea, N,N'-Dimethylharnstoff (German); Urea, 1,3-dimethyl-; DMU; 1,3-Dimetilurea (Spanish); 1,3-Diméthylurée (French);

 Molecular Formula: CH3NHCONHCH3

CAS NO: 96-31-1

EINECS: 202-498-7

Molecular Weight: 88.11

Specification:

Appearance: White Crystals
Assay: ≥ 95%

Freezing point: 103°C Min
Volatile Content: ≤0.2%
Melting point: 104°C

Usage: 1, 3-Dimethylurea (DMU) is a solid in the form of white crystals with a faint ammonia-like odor It is soluble in water. It acts as a radical scavenger that protects isolated pancreatic islets from the effects of alloxan and dihydroxyfumarate exposure. Methyl amine and 1,3-dimethylurea are hydrolysis products of methyl isocyanate. It is used in manufacturing synthetic caffeine, resins and drugs. 1,3-Dimethylurea is used as a catalyst for condensation of methylamine with urea.