Description

1,5-Bis-(1-Methylethyl)-Biguanide is a high-purity biguanide derivative, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its reactivity and functional properties. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where precise molecular structure is required. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a biguanide functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive & Modifier: Acts as a stabilizer, curing agent, or functional monomer in specialty polymer formulations to enhance material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in resin systems and coatings to improve durability and chemical resistance.
• Metal Chelation & Coordination Chemistry: Employed in processes involving metal ion sequestration or as a ligand in catalyst systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Bis-(1-Methylethyl)-Biguanide
CAS No.	45095-69-0
Molecular Formula	C9H21N5
Molecular Weight	199.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5-Diisopropylbiguanide; N,N''-Diisopropylbiguanide; Diisopropylbiguanide; 1,5-Bis(isopropyl)biguanide; Biguanide, 1,5-bis(1-methylethyl)-; 1,5-Di(propan-2-yl)biguanide; N1,N5-Diisopropylbiguanidine
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Quality Control

Our 1,5-Bis-(1-Methylethyl)-Biguanide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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