Description

1-Butylguanidine is a versatile organic compound belonging to the guanidine class, valued for its strong basicity and nucleophilic character. This makes it a crucial building block and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring high-purity chemical intermediates for research, development, and production will find this product essential for creating advanced compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential candidates for antiviral, antibacterial, and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to form heterocyclic structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a strong organic base and nucleophile in acylation, alkylation, and condensation reactions within research and fine chemical manufacturing.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can serve as a monomer or curing agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in biochemical studies and as a building block for molecules that mimic or interact with biological guanidine groups.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Employed in the preparation of metal complexes and catalysts for various organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butylguanidine
CAS No.	462-69-1
Molecular Formula	C5H13N3
Molecular Weight	115.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Butylguanidine; Butylguanidine; 1-Butyl-guanidine; Guanidine, N-butyl-; N-Butyl-guanidine; Butyl guanidine; N-Butyl guanidine; 1-Butyl guanidine
EINECS	207-327-1

Quality Control

Our 1-Butylguanidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

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%

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