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Agmatine

Also known as 1-(4-Aminobutyl)guanidine, (4-Aminobutyl)guanidine, N-(4-aminobutyl)guanidine

CAS 306-60-5Formula C5H14N4Molar mass 130.20 g/molEC 206-187-7
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Agmatine chemical structure, C5H14N4, CAS 306-60-5
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CAS number
306-60-5
Formula
C5H14N4
Molar mass
130.20 g/mol
EC number
206-187-7
HS code
292529
Category
Amines and amides

What is Agmatine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Agmatine is a member of guanidines and a primary amino compound. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is a conjugate base of an agmatinium(2+).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-(4-aminobutyl)guanidine
CAS number
306-60-5 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
206-187-7
Molecular formula
C5H14N4
UNII
70J407ZL5Q
InChIKey
QYPPJABKJHAVHS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C5H14N4/c6-3-1-2-4-9-5(7)8/h1-4,6H2,(H4,7,8,9)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CCN=C(N)N)CN

Synonyms

  • 1-(4-Aminobutyl)guanidine
  • (4-Aminobutyl)guanidine
  • N-(4-aminobutyl)guanidine
  • 1-Amino-4-guanidobutane
  • guanidine, (4-aminobutyl)-
  • 2-(4-aminobutyl)guanidine
  • (4-Aminobutyl) guanidine
  • 1-Amino-4-guanidinobutane
  • 1 Amino 4 guanidinobutane
  • Argmatine
  • N-4-Aminobutylguanidine
  • 1,4-Butanediamine, N-(aminoiminomethyl)-
  • 4-Guanidino-1-butanamine
  • agmatinium
  • Guanidine, (4-aminobutyl)- (8CI)(9CI)
  • Agmatin
  • Tocris-0842
  • (4-aminobutyl)-Guanidine
  • Agmatine sulfate endogenous agonist at
  • 1, N-(aminoiminomethyl)-
  • US8633208, Agmatine
  • Agmatine sulfate, 90.0%+
  • DivK1c_006596
  • Sdccgmls-0066765.p001
  • Sdccgsbi-0050048.p003
Show all 26 synonyms
  • N-(aminoiminomethyl)-1,4-Butanediamine

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
130.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
130.1218 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1calc.
Topological polar surface area
90.42 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
9calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.8calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

Agmatine suppliers

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  • Avanschem
    India, Gurugram ManufacturerUnclaimed profile
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  • Pro Test
    Poland, Warszawa ManufacturerUnclaimed profile
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  • AChemBlock
    United States, HaywardUnclaimed profile
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  • Excenen Pharmatech Co., Ltd.
    China, GuangzhouUnclaimed profile
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  • Sinfoo Biotech
    China, NanjingUnclaimed profile
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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Roles

  • Escherichia coli metabolite
  • animal metabolite
  • bacterial metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite
  • prokaryotic metabolite

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

No regulatory list memberships are recorded for this substance yet. Always check the rules of the importing and exporting country before trade.

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Agmatine is traded under.

HS 2925.29Indicative HS code

Imines and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$1.8B
+12.4% vs 2023, imports $1.84B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China35.9%
  2. France * partner reported15.5%
  3. Germany9.1%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. China13.0%
  3. Brazil9.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Agmatine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Agmatine, based on the data on this page

What is Agmatine?

Agmatine is a member of guanidines and a primary amino compound. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is a conjugate base of an agmatinium(2+).

What is the CAS number of Agmatine?

The CAS registry number of Agmatine is 306-60-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Agmatine?

The molecular formula of Agmatine is C5H14N4 and its molar mass is 130.20 g/mol.

What is Agmatine used for?

Known uses and roles of Agmatine include building blocks in research and laboratory, escherichia coli metabolite, animal metabolite, bacterial metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite and 4 more.

Is Agmatine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Agmatine is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Agmatine?

Agmatine is usually classified under HS code 292529 (Imines and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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