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1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea

Also known as: N-Ethyl-N-nitrosourea, N-Nitroso-N-ethylurea, Ethylnitrosourea, Nitrosoethylurea, N-Ethylnitrosourea, ENU

1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea (CAS 759-73-9) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H7N3O2 and a molecular weight of 117.10700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 103-104ºC (dec), a boiling point of 181.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.35g/cm3 and a flash point of 63.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
759-73-9
Jingsj CID
J-18205-6
Molecular Formula
C3H7N3O2
Molecular Weight
117.10700 g/mol
Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point103-104ºC (dec)
Boiling Point181.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.35g/cm3
Flash Point63.8ºC
Exact Mass117.05400
PSA75.76000
LogP0.76870
Refractive Index1.532
Storage Conditions−20°C
StabilityUnstable at RT, Contains approximately 40% Water, 2.0% Acetic Acid to stabilize

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H350 — May cause cancer
  • H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2924199090
Summary2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea?

The CAS number of 1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea is 759-73-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea?

1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea has molecular formula C3H7N3O2 and molecular weight 117.10700 g/mol.

Is 1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea hazardous?

1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Ethyl-1-nitrosourea (CAS 759-73-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-18205-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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