Diazolidinyl urea is a synthetic antimicrobial preservative widely used in cosmetics, personal care products, and toiletries. It is known for its broad-spectrum activity against bacteria (both gram-positive and gram-negative), molds, and yeasts, helping to prevent product spoilage and extend shelf life. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Germall II and Imidazolidinyl urea 11. Its PubChem CID is 62277.
Diazolidinyl urea
| CAS No | 78491-02-8 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C8H14N4O7 |
| Molecular Weight | 278.22 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 1-[1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]-1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)urea |
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Diazolidinyl urea is a synthetic antimicrobial preservative widely used in cosmetics, personal care products, and toiletries. It is known for its broad-spectrum activity against bacteria (both gram-positive and gram-negative), molds, and yeasts, helping to prevent product spoilage and extend shelf life.
The listed CAS number is 78491-02-8.
The listed molecular formula is C8H14N4O7.
The listed molecular weight is 278.22 g/mol.
1-[1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl]-1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)urea.
The source lists Germall II and Imidazolidinyl urea 11.