Hydantoin

Product ID:H-027

Hydantoin

Conc(%)/Veh:10.0 pet

Series:
  • CAD-15

Formula :C3H4N2O2

Formula Weight:100.08

CAS Number:461-72-3


Synonyms

2,4-Imidazolidinedione; 2,4-Imidazolinedione; Hydantoin; Imidazolidine-2,4-dione;

Uses

Hydantoin, also known as glycolyurea, is an imidazole analogue.
Hydantoin and its derivatives are used in the preparation of textile softeners, lubricants, resins, and agrochemicals. They have bacteriostatic and bacteriacidal capabilities useful preservatives against bacteria and fungi. They have antibacterial, antifungal, antiprotozoal, and anthelmintic activity. They are used in manufacturing pharmaceuticals especially anticonvulsant drugs such as phenytoin, ethotoin, and methyphenytoin.