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Butylurea

Also known as n-Butylurea, 1-Butylurea, Urea, butyl-

CAS 592-31-4Formula C5H12N2OMolar mass 116.16 g/molEC 209-748-4
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 2 suppliers listed
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Butylurea chemical structure, C5H12N2O, CAS 592-31-4
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Tablets from water, needles from benzene
Melting point
96 °C
Solubility
VERY SOL IN WATER, ALCOHOL
HS code
292419
Category
Amines and amides
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What is Butylurea?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

N-butylurea is an odorless white solid. (NTP, 1992)

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
butylurea
CAS number
592-31-4 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
209-748-4
Molecular formula
C5H12N2O
UNII
9CPL5NR15K
MDL number
MFCD00007956
InChIKey
CNWSQCLBDWYLAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C5H12N2O/c1-2-3-4-7-5(6)8/h2-4H2,1H3,(H3,6,7,8)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCNC(=O)N

Synonyms

  • n-Butylurea
  • 1-Butylurea
  • Urea, butyl-
  • Urea, N-butyl-
  • n-BUTYL UREA
  • 4-04-00-00578 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • butyl urea
  • butyl-urea
  • N-n-Butylurea
  • N-Butylurea, 99%

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Tablets from water, needles from benzeneexp.
Odour
ODORLESSexp.
Melting point
96 °Cexp.
Solubility
VERY SOL IN WATER, ALCOHOLexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
116.16 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
116.095 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.45calc.
Topological polar surface area
55.12 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
8calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.8calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary statements (5)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Butylurea suppliers

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  • Innovapharm Ltd
    Ukraine, KievUnclaimed profile
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  • Life Chemicals
    Canada, Niagara-on-the-LakeUnclaimed profile
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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Butylurea is traded under.

HS 2924.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$2.38B
−1.7% vs 2023, imports $2.22B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China34.7%
  2. Germany12.5%
  3. India * partner reported6.8%
Top importers
  1. United States17.5%
  2. Germany8.8%
  3. India * partner reported6.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Butylurea is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Butylurea, based on the data on this page

What is Butylurea?

N-butylurea is an odorless white solid. (NTP, 1992)

What is the CAS number of Butylurea?

The CAS registry number of Butylurea is 592-31-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Butylurea?

The molecular formula of Butylurea is C5H12N2O and its molar mass is 116.16 g/mol.

What is Butylurea used for?

Known uses and roles of Butylurea include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Butylurea hazardous?

Butylurea carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Butylurea?

Butylurea is usually classified under HS code 292419 (Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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