Molekula
Imidazolidinyl urea
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Imidazolidinyl urea is a preservative commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products to prevent microbial growth. It is effective at low concentrations and stable under typical storage conditions. Available with CAS number 39236-46-9, molecular formula C11H16N8O8, and molecular weight 388.29 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Imidazolidinyl urea from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £32.50 per pack ex VAT · £39.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 6-7.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 3.0% |
| Assay | ≥ 80.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 3.0% |
| Nitrogen (N) | 26.0%-28.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 0 °C |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90026597 |
| CAS Number | 39236-46-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-[3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]-3-[[[3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]carbamoylamino]methyl]urea |
| EC Number | 254-372-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H16N8O8 |
| Molecular Weight | 388.29 |
| Exact Mass | 388.1091 |
| SMILES | C(NC(=O)NC1C(=O)NC(=O)N1CO)NC(=O)NC2C(=O)NC(=O)N2CO |
| InChIKey | ZCTXEAQXZGPWFG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H16N8O8/c20-2-18-4(6(22)16-10(18)26)14-8(24)12-1-13-9(25)15-5-7(23)17-11(27)19(5)3-21/h4-5,20-21H,1-3H2,(H2,12,14,24)(H2,13,15,25)(H,16,22,26)(H,17,23,27) |
| PubChem CID | 38258 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933.29.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2933299090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
Precautionary statements
- P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,1'-Methylenebis(3-(3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)urea)
- BSPBio_001082
- Germall 115
- IMIDUREA
- Imidurea, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
- Methanebis(N,N'-(5-ureido-2,4-diketotetrahydroimidazole)-N,N-dimethylol)
- N,N''-Methylenebis(N'-(1-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)urea)
- N,N''-methylenebis(N'-(3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)urea)
- N',N'''-methanediylbis{1-[3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]urea}
- Urea, N,N''-methylenebis(N'-(3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
Frequently asked questions
What is Imidazolidynyl urea used for?
Imidazolidinyl urea is primarily used as a preservative in cosmetic and personal care products to prevent microbial growth.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Imidazolidinyl urea?
The chemical formula is C11H16N8O8, and the molecular weight is 388.29 g/mol.
How should Imidazolidinyl urea be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of Imidazolidinyl urea does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Imidazolidinyl urea in technical grade, suitable for industrial and formulation applications.
Can Molekula supply Imidazolidinyl urea in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Imidazolidinyl urea in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of Imidazolidinyl urea?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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