Description

5-(Diaminomethylideneamino)-2-Oxo-Pentanoic Acid is a high-purity biochemical building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which serves as a key precursor in the development of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from novel drug discovery to the synthesis of fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific peptide-like or heterocyclic structures.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a specialized reagent in life science research for studying enzyme inhibitors, metabolic pathways, and protein interactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptidomimetic Development: Integral to the design and synthesis of peptidomimetics, which are molecules that mimic peptides for therapeutic applications.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for method development and exploratory chemistry in both academic and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Diaminomethylideneamino)-2-Oxo-Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	3715-10-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11N3O3
Molecular Weight	173.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Guanidino-2-oxopentanoic acid; 2-Oxo-5-guanidinopentanoic acid; 5-(Diaminomethyleneamino)-2-oxopentanoic acid; 5-Guanidino-2-oxovaleric acid; L-5-Guanidino-2-oxopentanoate; (5-Guanidino-2-oxo-pentanoic acid); α-Keto-δ-guanidinovaleric acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-(Diaminomethylideneamino)-2-Oxo-Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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