Description

Formamidine Acetate is an organic salt with significant utility in chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile reagent and intermediate, particularly in the production of heterocyclic compounds and pharmaceuticals. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing guanidine or amidine functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles like imidazoles and triazines.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of specific colorants and photographic chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formamidine Acetate
CAS No.	3473-63-0
Molecular Formula	C3H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	104.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic acid, compd. with formamidine (1:1); Formamidine acetate salt; N-Formamidinium acetate; Acetamidinium formate; Amidinoformic acid acetate; Methanimidamide acetate; Guanidine precursor
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Quality Control

Our Formamidine Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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