Description

N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylguanidinium Azide is a specialized organic azide compound with the CAS registry number 56899-56-0. This high-energy material is valued for its role as a versatile reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the efficient introduction of azide functional groups. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Click Chemistry Reagent: A key precursor for copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions, fundamental to bioconjugation and materials science.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing tetrazole or triazole rings with biological activity.
• Energetic Materials Research: Serves as a building block in the development of new high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) and propellants.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to functionalize polymers with azide groups for subsequent cross-linking or grafting applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in creating advanced active ingredients that require the incorporation of nitrogen-rich heterocycles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing novel nitrogen-donor ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylguanidinium Azide
CAS No.	56899-56-0
Molecular Formula	C5H13N7
Molecular Weight	171.21 g/mol
Synonyms	TMG Azide; Tetramethylguanidinium Azide; 1,1,3,3-Tetramethylguanidinium Azide; Guanidine, N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-, azide; Azidotetramethylguanidine; N,N,N',N'-Tetramethyl-2-azido-1,3-diazaprop-2-en-1-iminium
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Quality Control

Our N,N,N',N'-Tetramethylguanidinium Azide is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, HPLC, and FTIR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its properties as a strong oxidizer and potential shock sensitivity, it must be stored separately from reducing agents, combustibles, and other incompatible materials. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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