Allantoin

Properties:
pure product is non-toxic, odorless and non-irritating white crystal, m.p. 226-240°C; soluble in hot water, alcohols and diluted sodium hydroxide solution; slightly soluble in norm-temperature water and alcohols, insoluble in ether and chloroform; pH-value of its saturated aqueous solution (concentration 0.6%)is 5.5; stable with PH 4-9; stable in non-water solution and dry air; can be decomposed in boiling alkali solution and under insolation.