Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-[(Aminoiminomethyl)Amino]-2-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized aromatic compound featuring a guanidino substituent, which imparts unique chemical reactivity and biological activity. This high-purity intermediate is critical for research and development in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting cardiovascular, neurological, or metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require a guanidine-functionalized aromatic core.
• Biochemical Probe Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating labeled compounds or active site inhibitors used in proteomics and enzyme mechanism studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, or advanced materials with specific electronic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-[(Aminoiminomethyl)Amino]-2-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	173732-05-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11N3O2
Molecular Weight	193.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-guanidinobenzoic acid; 4-Guanidino-2-methylbenzoic acid; 2-Methyl-4-[(aminoiminomethyl)amino]benzoic acid; 4-(Diaminomethylideneamino)-2-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(diaminomethyleneamino)-2-methyl-; 173732-05-3; 4-Guanidino-o-toluic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 4-[(Aminoiminomethyl)Amino]-2-Methyl- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications are provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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