Methylolurea

Name:
Methylolurea
Detailed information:

M Formula:	H2NCONHCH2OH
Properties:
Colorless crystals. Mp 11C. Soluble in water and methanol; insoluble in ether; capable of polymerization.
Derivation:
Combination of urea and formaldehyde, in the presence of salts or alkaline catalysts.
Use:
Urea-formaldehyde resins, molding adhesives, treating textiles and wood.

See A-stage Resin; Urea-formaldehyde Resin.