| Formula / Notation | CH4N2S |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 62-56-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 76.12 |
| Melting Point | 349 to 352 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | Sublimes in vacuum at 302-320 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.405 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 10 to 50 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Thiourea appears as white or off-white crystals or powder. Sinks and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999) |
| Also Known As | Thiocarbamide; 62-56-6; Isothiourea; Sulfourea; 2-Thiourea; Pseudothiourea; Thiuronium; Sulourea; 2-Thiopseudourea; Thiocarbonic acid diamide |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Thiourea?
Thiourea can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: thiourea
Other Names / Synonyms: Thiocarbamide; 62-56-6; Isothiourea; Sulfourea; 2-Thiourea; Pseudothiourea; Thiuronium; Sulourea; 2-Thiopseudourea; Thiocarbonic acid diamide
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 349 to 352 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | Sublimes in vacuum at 302-320 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.405 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 76.12 |
| Solubility | 10 to 50 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Thiourea appears as white or off-white crystals or powder. Sinks and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Thiourea can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Thiourea is: CH4N2S