Description

2-Hydroxyethanimidamide is a versatile organic compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both hydroxyl and amidine functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for the production of more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including imidazoles and guanidines, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to create targeted bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems due to its potential chelating properties.
• Bioconjugation & Material Science: Employed in modifying polymers or biomolecules to introduce functional groups for creating advanced materials or diagnostic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyethanimidamide
CAS No.	54198-71-9
Molecular Formula	C3H8N2O
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyacetamidine; 1-Amino-1-imino-2-ethanol; 2-Hydroxyethanimidic acid amide; Acetamidine, 2-hydroxy-; Ethanimidamide, 2-hydroxy-; 2-Hydroxyacetimidamide; Guanidinoethanol (tautomer); Amino(imino)methyl]methanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyethanimidamide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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.