Molekula
N-Methylthiourea
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N-Methylthiourea is an organic compound with the formula NH2CSNHCH3, widely used as a reagent in chemical synthesis, analytical chemistry, and as a precursor in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production. It serves as a sulfur-containing building block and is applied in the preparation of heterocycles, pesticides, and pharmaceutical intermediates. CAS 598-52-7, molecular weight 90.15 g/mol, stable at ambient storage. Hazard classification includes a signal word of "Danger" due to its toxic and harmful properties. Molekula supplies N-Methylthiourea from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £62.00 per pack ex VAT · £74.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Melting Point | 118 - 121℃ |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 47747794 |
| CAS Number | 598-52-7 |
| IUPAC Name | methylthiourea |
| EC Number | 209-936-6 |
| Molecular Formula | NH2CSNHCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 90.15 |
| Exact Mass | 90.0252 |
| SMILES | CNC(=S)N |
| InChIKey | KQJQICVXLJTWQD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H6N2S/c1-4-2(3)5/h1H3,(H3,3,4,5) |
| PubChem CID | 2723704 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909599 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H300 Fatal if swallowed
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1-Methyl-2-thiourea
- 1-Methylthiocarbamide
- 1-Methylthiourea
- Methyl-2-thiourea
- Methylthiocarbamide
- Methylthiourea
- Monomethylthiourea
- N-Methylthiocarbamide
- Thiourea, methyl-
- Urea, 1-methyl-2-thio-
Frequently asked questions
What is N-Methylthiourea commonly used for?
N-Methylthiourea is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, including the preparation of heterocycles, pharmaceutical intermediates, and as a ligand in coordination chemistry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N-Methylthiourea?
The chemical formula is **NH₂CSNHCH₃**, and the molecular weight is **90.15 g/mol**.
How should N-Methylthiourea be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What purity grades are available for N-Methylthiourea?
We supply **technical grade** and **analytical standard grade** (if applicable for your needs).
Can Molekula supply N-Methylthiourea in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options—please contact us for minimum order quantities and pricing.
What documentation is provided with an order of N-Methylthiourea?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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