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Metformin Related Compound A (30 mg) (1-Cyanoguanidine) - USP CRS

SKU 90035686 CAS 461-58-5 NCNHC(=NH)NH2 MW 84.08 Available on enquiry

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Metformin Related Compound A, also known as 1-cyanoguanidine, is a chemical reference standard used for analytical testing and pharmaceutical quality control. It features the molecular formula NCNHC(=NH)NH2 and a molecular weight of 84.08. This product is stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Metformin Related Compound A from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90035686
CAS Number
461-58-5
IUPAC Name
2-cyanoguanidine
EC Number
207-312-8
Molecular Formula
NCNHC(=NH)NH2
Molecular Weight
84.08
Exact Mass
84.0436
SMILES
C(#N)N=C(N)N
InChIKey
QGBSISYHAICWAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H4N4/c3-1-6-2(4)5/h(H4,4,5,6)
PubChem CID
10005

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance
Pure white crystals
Odour
Odorless
Melting Point
211 °C
Vapour Pressure
0.000171 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 10005 (HSDB, ICSC, Haz-Map)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Metformin Related Compound A (1-Cyanoguanidine) used for?

This compound is primarily used as a reference standard for analytical testing and quality control in pharmaceutical research.

What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?

The chemical formula is NCNHC(=NH)NH2 and the molecular weight is 84.08 g/mol.

How should this product be stored?

This product should be stored at ambient temperature.

What grade of Metformin Related Compound A is available?

This product is supplied as a USP CRS (United States Pharmacopeia Chemical Reference Standard).

Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?

Please contact our sales team directly to discuss your specific volume requirements and bulk availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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