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Diazolidinyl urea Cosmetic Grade

SKU 90037650 CAS 78491-02-8 C8H14N4O7 MW 278.22 Made to order Bulk quantities on request

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Diazolidinyl urea is a broad-spectrum preservative widely used in cosmetics, personal care products, and household cleaners to prevent microbial growth, including bacteria and fungi. It is effective at low concentrations and commonly found in creams, lotions, shampoos, and liquid soaps. This cosmetic-grade chemical has a CAS number of 78491-02-8, a molecular formula of C8H14N4O7, and a molecular weight of 278.22. It requires ambient storage and carries a signal word of Warning for safety. Molekula supplies Diazolidinyl urea from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance White powder, free flowing
Identification Conforms to reference
pH 6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying ≤ 3.0%
Sulphated Ash ≤ 3.0%
Colour of Solution colourless
Heavy Metals (Pb) ≤ 10 ppm
Nitrogen (N) 19.0 - 21.0%

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Acidity Neutral

Identification

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SKU 90037650
CAS Number 78491-02-8
IUPAC Name 1-[1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]-1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)urea
EC Number 278-928-2
Molecular Formula C8H14N4O7
Molecular Weight 278.22
Exact Mass 278.0862
SMILES C(NC(=O)N(CO)C1C(=O)N(C(=O)N1CO)CO)O
InChIKey SOROIESOUPGGFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C8H14N4O7/c13-1-9-7(18)10(2-14)5-6(17)12(4-16)8(19)11(5)3-15/h5,13-16H,1-4H2,(H,9,18)
PubChem CID 62277
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 29332100
Tariff Code 2933210090

Safety & GHS

Warning
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07

Hazard statements

  • H303 May be harmful if swallowed
  • H319 Causes serious eye irritation
  • H332 Harmful if inhaled
  • H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

  • P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P273 Avoid release to the environment
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
  • P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
  • P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention

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Synonyms

  • 1-(1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)-1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)urea
  • 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5-[1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)ureido]hydantoin
  • 5-(1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)ureido)-1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)imidazol-2,5(3H,5H)dione
  • DIAZOLIDINYL UREA
  • Diazolidinyl Urea (Technical Grade)
  • GERMABEN II-E
  • Germall 11
  • Imidazolidinyl urea 11
  • N,N'-Bis(hydroxymethyl) urea
  • SOROIESOUPGGFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Frequently asked questions

What is Diazolidinyl urea used for in cosmetics?

Diazolidinyl urea is primarily used as a preservative in cosmetic formulations to prevent microbial growth, including bacteria and fungi.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Diazolidinyl urea?

The chemical formula is **C₈H₁₄N₄O₇** and the molecular weight is **278.22 g/mol**.

How should Diazolidinyl urea be stored?

Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

What grade of Diazolidinyl urea does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies **cosmetic-grade Diazolidinyl urea**, compliant with industry standards for safety in personal care products.

Can Molekula supply Diazolidinyl urea in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide Diazolidinyl urea in bulk, with flexible packaging options to meet your production needs.

What documentation comes with an order of Diazolidinyl urea?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.

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