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Description
Biuret is used in protein assay. It is also used as Catalytic agent, Petrochemical additive. It is used in organic synthesis. Biuret (Carbamoylurea) was used as a source of dietary nitrogen in purified diets for steers.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Biuret is used in protein assay. It is also used as Catalytic agent, Petrochemical additive. It is used in organic synthesis. Biuret (Carbamoylurea) was used as a source of dietary nitrogen in purified diets for steers.
Solubility
Soluble in methanol. Partially soluble in cold water, diethyl ether.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼189°C (decomposition) |
Density | 1.46 |
Odor | Odorless |
Linear Formula | H2NCONHCONH2 |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 1703510 |
Merck Index | 14,1309 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in methanol. Partially soluble in cold water,diethyl ether. |
SMILES | NC(=O)NC(N)=O |
Molecular Weight (g/mol) | 103.08 |
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Safety and Handling

- Biuret
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Imidodicarbonic diamide
RUO – Research Use Only
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