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Polyurethane

IUPAC: ethylurea

C3H8N2O Polymers & Plastics CAS 625-52-5
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Formula / NotationC3H8N2O
CAS Number625-52-5
Molecular Weight88.11
AppearanceSolid; [Elite Foam MSDS]
Also Known Asethylurea; Ethylurea; 625-52-5; N-ETHYLUREA; 1-Ethylurea; Urea, ethyl-; NSC-53556; 7K14B03X18; DTXSID20873854; RefChem:921324
CategoryPolymers & Plastics

What is Polyurethane?

Polyurethane (C3H8N2O) is a polymer or plastic that appears as Solid; [Elite Foam MSDS]. It has a molecular weight of 88.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethylurea.

Formula & Notation

C3H8N2O

IUPAC Name: ethylurea

Other Names / Synonyms: ethylurea; Ethylurea; 625-52-5; N-ETHYLUREA; 1-Ethylurea; Urea, ethyl-; NSC-53556; 7K14B03X18; DTXSID20873854; RefChem:921324

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Solid; [Elite Foam MSDS]. Molecular formula: C3H8N2O. Molecular weight: 88.11 g/mol. LogP: -0.7.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Molecular Weight88.11
AppearanceSolid; [Elite Foam MSDS]

Uses & Applications

Used in packaging, construction materials, automotive components, textiles, biomedical applications, and consumer products.

Safety Information

Generally low acute toxicity in solid form. Some can release hazardous fumes when heated or burned. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Polyurethane
Formula C3H8N2O
CAS Number 625-52-5
Molecular Weight 88.11
Synonyms ethylurea; Ethylurea; 625-52-5; N-ETHYLUREA; 1-Ethylurea; Urea, ethyl-; NSC-53556; 7K14B03X18; DTXSID20873854; RefChem:921324

Frequently Asked Questions

Polyurethane (C3H8N2O) is a polymer or plastic that appears as Solid; [Elite Foam MSDS]. It has a molecular weight of 88.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethylurea.

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