Tetramethylurea丨CAS 632-22-4

Tetramethylurea丨CAS 632-22-4
Product Introduction:
Catalog No.: SS128963
CAS No.: 632-22-4
Purity(GC): 99.0% min.
Product Name: Tetramethylurea
Molecular Formula: C5H12N2O
Molecular Weight: 116.16
Synonym(s): 1,1,3,3-Tetramethylurea; TMU
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Technical Parameters
Description

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Specifications

 

Appearance

Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid

Purity (GC)

99.0% min

Water (KF)

0.5% max

 

Transport Information

 

Parameter

Specification

UN Number

 

Class

 

Packing Group

 

H.S. Code

2924199090306

Stability & Reactivity

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions.

Storage

Tightly closed. Store in a closed, dry, ventilated place

Condition to Avoid

Exposure to moisture may affect product quality.
Strong heating.

Package

 

 

Manufacturing Information

 

Parameter

Specification

Capacity

50MT/month

Frequency

 

Main Export Countries

EU, India

Capacity/Batch

1MT

Experience

Production since 2004

Stock

5MT

Applications

 

1. Specialty Solvent in Organic Chemistry
● Tetramethylurea (TMU) is a highly polar, aprotic solvent commonly used in organic synthesis and nucleophilic substitution reactions.
● It is particularly useful for reactions involving ionic compounds or organometallic complexes, where high polarity and low nucleophilicity are advantageous.
2. Polymer and Material Science
● Used as a processing solvent for high-performance polymers, such as polyimides and polyaramides, due to its ability to dissolve otherwise insoluble materials.
Applied in the production of membranes, films, and other advanced materials that require strong solvents for fabrication.
3. Electrolyte and Battery Research
● Investigated as a co-solvent or additive in electrolyte formulations for lithium batteries and other electrochemical applications, where its high dielectric constant enhances ionic conductivity.
4. Catalysis and Reaction Medium
● Tetramethylurea丨CAS 632-22-4 is used as a reaction medium in transition-metal-catalyzed reactions, such as palladium- or nickel-catalyzed couplings, due to its stability and solvent properties.
● Also used in phase-transfer catalysis and peptide coupling processes.
5. Peptide and Biochemical Research
● Occasionally employed in peptide synthesis and protein denaturation studies, thanks to its ability to disrupt hydrogen bonding and protein folding.
Functions similarly to other chaotropic agents like urea and guanidinium salts.

 

Benefits

 

1. High Polarity and Dielectric Constant
● Offers excellent solvation for polar and ionic compounds, making it suitable for challenging or sensitive reactions.
● Its dielectric constant (~38) is significantly higher than many standard solvents, facilitating enhanced reactivity.
2. Thermal and Chemical Stability
● TMU is stable under a wide range of conditions, including elevated temperatures and exposure to basic or mildly acidic media.
3. Enhanced Reaction Efficiency
● Improves reaction rates and yields in several organic processes by better stabilizing transition states and solubilizing intermediates.

 

Conclusion

 

Tetramethylurea丨CAS 632-22-4 is a highly polar aprotic solvent with important roles in organic synthesis, material science, and electrochemistry. Its strong solvating ability, thermal stability, and compatibility with various reaction conditions make it a valuable tool in advanced chemistry and industrial research. However, due to health risks, it must be handled with care and appropriate safety protocols in place.

 

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