Molekula
Urea, ≥98.5%
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Urea (NH₂CONH₂, CAS 57-13-6) is an organic compound primarily used as a fertilizer in agriculture, a raw material in chemical synthesis, and a key ingredient in adhesives and resins. It is also employed in animal feed and as a reagent in laboratories. This high-purity urea (≥98.5%) has a molecular weight of 60.06 and can be stored safely at ambient conditions without requiring special precautions. Non-hazardous under standard handling, it offers versatility in industrial and research applications. Molekula supplies Urea, ≥98.5% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White solid |
| Melting Point | 130.0 - 134.0°C |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.5% |
| Granulometry | 1 - 4mm: ≥ 90% |
| Free ammonia | ≤ 160ppm |
| Biuret | ≤ 1.0% |
| Identification (RAMAN) | Conforms to Reference |
| Nitrogen (N) | ≥ 46.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals or powder |
| Odour | Almost odorless |
| Melting Point | 132.7 °C |
| Water Solubility | 545 g/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in water; Soluble in ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.2 × 10⁻⁵ mmHg at 25 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 0.1 (at 21 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | -2.11 |
Source: PubChem CID 1176 (HSDB, DrugBank, EU Food Improvement Agents)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037418 |
| CAS Number | 57-13-6 |
| IUPAC Name | urea |
| EC Number | 200-315-5 |
| Molecular Formula | NH2CONH2 |
| Molecular Weight | 60.06 |
| Exact Mass | 60.0324 |
| SMILES | C(=O)(N)N |
| InChIKey | XSQUKJJJFZCRTK-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CH4N2O/c2-1(3)4/h(H4,2,3,4) |
| PubChem CID | 1176 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 3105.10.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 31051000 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
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.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Alphadrate
- Aquadrate
- Carbaderm
- carbamide
- Carbonyldiamide
- Carbonyldiamine
- Keratinamin
- Ureaphil
- Ureophil
- Urevert
Frequently asked questions
What is urea primarily used for?
Urea is widely used as a nitrogen-release fertilizer in agriculture, as well as in the production of urea-formaldehyde resins, animal feed supplements, and pharmaceuticals like topical treatments for skin conditions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this urea product?
The chemical formula is **NH₂CONH₂**, and the molecular weight is **60.06 g/mol**.
How should this urea product be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight, in a tightly sealed container.
What purity grade is available for this urea product?
This product is supplied at a **≥98.5% purity** grade, suitable for most industrial and agricultural applications.
Can Molekula supply this urea product in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can supply urea in **bulk quantities** (e.g., drums, totes, or bulk bags) depending on your requirements—please contact us for pricing and logistics details.
What documentation comes with a urea order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet. Additional documentation, such as a **Certificate of Origin**, can be provided upon request.
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