dimethylurea

Noun. (organic compound) Any derivative of urea in which two hydrogen atoms have been replaced by methyl groups, but especially ''1,3-dimethylurea'' that acts as a radical scavenger, and is used in the manufacture of caffeine and other compounds.

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