Description

α-Guanidinoglutaric Acid is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring a guanidino group, making it a valuable biochemical building block and research compound. Its unique structure is critical for studying metabolic pathways, enzyme interactions, and as a precursor in specialized synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for advanced R&D and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting metabolic or neurological pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies to investigate arginine metabolism and nitric oxide synthase (NOS) activity.
• Peptide Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for incorporating guanidino-functionalized glutamic acid analogs into synthetic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Metabolite Standard: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) or analytical standard in liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) for metabolomics and diagnostic assays.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the synthesis of complex molecules for agrochemicals, dyes, and other specialty chemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Guanidinoglutaric Acid
CAS No.	74318-14-2
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₁N₃O₄
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Guanidinoglutaric Acid; α-Guanidinoglutaric Acid; (2S)-2-Guanidinopentanedioic Acid; L-α-Guanidinoglutaric Acid; AGGA; 2-Amino-4-guanidinoglutaric Acid; NSC 113986; Guanidinoglutarate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Guanidinoglutaric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, and custom specifications can be developed to meet specific project requirements.

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 sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
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.