Description

n-Ethyl-n-Methylguanidine is a versatile guanidine derivative with significant utility as a strong organic base and a key building block in organic synthesis. Its high basicity and nucleophilicity make it a valuable reagent for the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development chemists, as well as production units in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a strong, non-nucleophilic base and a guanylation agent for introducing the guanidine functional group.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or catalyst component in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized in modifying biomolecules and in the development of diagnostic reagents.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Ethyl-n-Methylguanidine
CAS No.	1113-61-7
Molecular Formula	C₄H₁₁N₃
Molecular Weight	101.15 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Ethyl-N'-methylguanidine; 1-Ethyl-2-methylguanidine; N-Ethyl-N-methylguanidine; Ethylmethylguanidine; Guanidine, N-ethyl-N'-methyl-; 1-Methyl-2-ethylguanidine; N-Methyl-N'-ethylguanidine
EINECS	214-199-5

Quality Control

Our n-Ethyl-n-Methylguanidine is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to confirm identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.