Description

4-Guanidinobenzoate is a high-purity organic compound featuring a benzoate ester linked to a guanidino functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily sought by chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the life sciences sector for applications in medicinal chemistry and as a building block for specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting protease enzymes.
• Bioconjugation & Proteomics Research: Used in biochemical research for modifying peptides or proteins, aiding in studies of protein structure, function, and interactions.
• Medicinal Chemistry Building Block: Employed in drug discovery programs to create compound libraries for high-throughput screening against various biological targets.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for producing dyes, imaging agents, or other fine chemicals requiring the guanidino-benzoate motif.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Guanidinobenzoate
CAS No.	16060-65-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10N3O2 • (Counterion, e.g., HCl)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	4-Guanidinobenzoic Acid Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-guanidino-, ester; p-Guanidinobenzoate; 4-(Diaminomethylideneamino)benzoate; Guanidinobenzoate; 16060-65-4; Aminoiminomethyl-4-benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Guanidinobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.