Urea, N'-(aminoiminomethyl)-N-methyl-N-phenyl-, also known as 1-Methyl-3-phenyltriazen-2-yl-urea or MPTU, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H12N4O. It is a derivative of urea, featuring a phenyl group, a methyl group, and an aminoiminomethyl group attached to the urea molecule. MPTU is primarily used as a herbicide, specifically for the control of grassy weeds in various crops. It works by inhibiting the enzyme acetohydroxyacid synthase, which is essential for plant growth. The compound is known for its selectivity and effectiveness in controlling weeds without causing significant harm to the desired crops.
The CAS Registry Mumber 98953-86-7 includes 8 digits separated into 3 groups by hyphens. The first part of the number,starting from the left, has 5 digits, 9,8,9,5 and 3 respectively; the second part has 2 digits, 8 and 6 respectively. Calculate Digit Verification of CAS Registry Number 98953-86: (7*9)+(6*8)+(5*9)+(4*5)+(3*3)+(2*8)+(1*6)=207 207 % 10 = 7 So 98953-86-7 is a valid CAS Registry Number.