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Hydroxyethyl urea

Also known as (2-Hydroxyethyl)urea, Urea, (2-hydroxyethyl)-, Monoethanolurea

CAS 2078-71-9Formula C3H8N2O2Molar mass 104.11 g/molEC 215-304-0
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Hydroxyethyl urea chemical structure, C3H8N2O2, CAS 2078-71-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
2078-71-9
Formula
C3H8N2O2
Molar mass
104.11 g/mol
EC number
215-304-0
HS code
292419
Category
Humectants

What is Hydroxyethyl urea?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hydroxyethyl urea is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C3H8N2O2 and a molar mass of 104.11 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 2078-71-9. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyethylurea.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxyethylurea
CAS number
2078-71-9Other or deprecated CAS: 1320-51-0
EC numbers
215-304-0, 640-848-4
Molecular formula
C3H8N2O2
UNII
MBQ7DDQ7AR
MDL number
MFCD00059080
INCI name
HYDROXYETHYL UREA
InChIKey
CLAHOZSYMRNIPY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H8N2O2/c4-3(7)5-1-2-6/h6H,1-2H2,(H3,4,5,7)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CO)NC(=O)N

Synonyms

  • (2-Hydroxyethyl)urea
  • Urea, (2-hydroxyethyl)-
  • Monoethanolurea
  • Monoethylolurea
  • 1-Ethanolurea
  • Urea, N-(hydroxyethyl)-
  • hydroxyethylurea
  • N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)urea
  • (beta-Hydroxyethyl)urea
  • N-(beta-Hydroxyethyl)urea
  • Urea, (hydroxyethyl)-
  • (Hydroxyethyl)urea
  • Hydrovance
  • 4-04-00-01545 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Urea, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-
  • 2-Hydroxyethylurea
  • 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)urea
  • (2-Hydroxyethyl)urea, 95%
  • 2-Hydroxyethylu
  • n-2-hydroxyethylurea
  • Clahozsymrnipy-uhfffaoysa-

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

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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
104.11 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
104.0586 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.35calc.
Topological polar surface area
75.35 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
7calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
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

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name HYDROXYETHYL UREA(hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning)

Functional uses

  • Humectant
  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Hair conditioning
  • Humectant
  • Skin conditioning

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

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 Hydroxyethyl urea 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.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Hydroxyethyl urea, based on the data on this page

What is Hydroxyethyl urea?

Hydroxyethyl urea is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C3H8N2O2 and a molar mass of 104.11 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 2078-71-9. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyethylurea.

What is the CAS number of Hydroxyethyl urea?

The CAS registry number of Hydroxyethyl urea is 2078-71-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 1320-51-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hydroxyethyl urea?

The molecular formula of Hydroxyethyl urea is C3H8N2O2 and its molar mass is 104.11 g/mol.

What is Hydroxyethyl urea used for?

Known uses and roles of Hydroxyethyl urea include humectants in cosmetics and personal care, skin conditioning agents in cosmetics and personal care, hair conditioning agents in cosmetics and personal care, hair conditioning, humectant and 2 more.

Is Hydroxyethyl urea hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hydroxyethyl urea is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hydroxyethyl urea?

Hydroxyethyl urea 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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