Description

Guanidinopropylsuccinic Acid CAS NO 77482-45-2 is a high-purity, functionalized organic acid featuring both guanidine and carboxylic acid moieties. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and active ingredient for advanced chemical synthesis and formulation. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to incorporate specific binding or solubility properties into their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring guanidine-based bioactivity or enhanced solubility.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with targeted modes of action.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce cationic or hydrogen-bonding sites into specialty polymers and resins.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Employed in the development of biochemical probes, diagnostic reagents, and drug delivery systems due to its reactive functional groups.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Utilized in the formulation of high-performance hair and skin care products where conditioning and film-forming properties are desired.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry, materials science, and supramolecular chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Guanidinopropylsuccinic Acid
CAS No.	77482-45-2
Molecular Formula	C8H15N3O4
Molecular Weight	217.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Guanidinopropylsuccinic Acid; N-(3-Guanidinopropyl)succinamic Acid; 4-[(3-Guanidinopropyl)amino]-4-oxobutanoic Acid; GPSA; Butanedioic acid, 2-[(3-aminopropyl)amino]-2-oxo-, compd. with 3-aminopropanamide (1:1); Guanidine, N-[3-[(3-carboxy-1-oxopropyl)amino]propyl]-
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Quality Control

Our Guanidinopropylsuccinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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