Biuret

Name:
Biuret
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	allophanamide; carbamylurea
M Formula:	NH2CONHCONH2•H2O
Properties:
White needles; odorless. Mp 190C (decomposes). Soluble in water and alcohol; very slightly soluble in ether. Loses water of crystallization at approximately 110C.
Derivation:
From urea by heat.
Method of purification:
Crystallization.
Use:
Analytical reagent, especially for proteins.