Description

{[Amino(Imino)Methyl]Amino}Acetic acid hydrochloride is a high-purity chemical building block and intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a protected glycine derivative, offering a reactive handle for the controlled introduction of amino acid moieties under acidic conditions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for peptide synthesis and the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex peptide-based drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Chemistry: Serves as a protected glycine derivative for solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS).
• Bioconjugation: Employed in the development of linker molecules and probes for bioconjugation and diagnostic applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocycles and complex molecular architectures.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a standard or reagent in methodological studies and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	{[Amino(Imino)Methyl]Amino}Acetic acid hydrochloride
CAS No.	14901-20-3
Molecular Formula	C4H9N3O2·HCl
Molecular Weight	167.59 g/mol (Free base: 131.13 g/mol)
Synonyms	Amidinoglycine hydrochloride; N-Amidinoglycine hydrochloride; Glycine, N-amidino-, hydrochloride; (Aminoiminomethyl)aminoacetic acid hydrochloride; Guanidinoacetic acid hydrochloride (common misnomer, verify structure); 2-[(Aminoiminomethyl)amino]acetic acid hydrochloride; Acetic acid, [(aminoiminomethyl)amino]-, hydrochloride; 14901-20-3
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Quality Control

Our {[Amino(Imino)Methyl]Amino}Acetic acid hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and titration assays. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliable supply for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under anhydrous conditions. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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