Bioactivity | Diazolidinyl urea, a broad spectrum preservative, is a formaldehyde-releasing compound that releases formaldehyde through its decomposition. Diazolidinyl urea is effective against most contaminating microorganisms, especially Pseudomonas[1][2]. |
Name | Diazolidinyl urea |
CAS | 78491-02-8 |
Formula | C8H14N4O7 |
Molar Mass | 278.22 |
Appearance | Solid |
Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Storage | 4°C, protect from light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light) |
Reference | [1]. Kantor GR, et al. Acute allergic contact dermatitis from diazolidinyl urea (Germall II) in a hair gel. J Am Acad Dermatol. 1985;13(1):116-119. [2]. Doi T, et al. The different decomposition properties of diazolidinyl urea in cosmetics and patch test materials. Contact Dermatitis. 2011;65(2):81-91. [3]. Perret CM, et al. Contact sensitivity to diazolidinyl urea (Germall II). Arch Dermatol Res. 1989;281(1):57-59. |