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Buformin

Also known as 1-Butylbiguanide, Buformine, Butylbiguanide

CAS 692-13-7Formula C6H15N5Molar mass 157.22 g/molEC 211-726-4
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Buformin chemical structure, C6H15N5, CAS 692-13-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
692-13-7
Formula
C6H15N5
Molar mass
157.22 g/mol
EC number
211-726-4
HS code
292529
Category
Nitriles, nitro and azo compounds

What is Buformin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Buformin is a member of the class of biguanides that is biguanide substituted by a butyl group at position 1. It is an antidiabetic drug with potential antitumor effect. It has a role as a radiosensitizing agent, a geroprotector, an antiviral agent, a hypoglycemic agent and an antineoplastic agent. It is functionally related to a biguanide.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-butyl-1-(diaminomethylidene)guanidine
CAS number
692-13-7 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 1190-53-0
EC number
211-726-4
Molecular formula
C6H15N5
UNII
W2115E9C7B
InChIKey
XSEUMFJMFFMCIU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H15N5/c1-2-3-4-10-6(9)11-5(7)8/h2-4H2,1H3,(H6,7,8,9,10,11)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCN=C(N)N=C(N)N

Synonyms

  • 1-Butylbiguanide
  • Buformine
  • Butylbiguanide
  • Butyldiguanide
  • Butformin
  • Glybigid
  • 1-Butyldiguanide
  • N-Butylbiguanide
  • Buformina
  • Imidodicarbonimidic diamide, N-butyl-
  • 2-butyl-1-(diaminomethylene)guanidine
  • Retard, Silubin
  • 1 Butylbiguanide
  • Buforminum
  • Adebit
  • DBV
  • Butylbiguanid
  • 692-13-7 (free base)
  • N-butylimidodicarbonimidic diamide
  • N1-Butylbiguanide
  • N,n-butylbiguanide
  • 1-n-butylbiguanide
  • 2-butyl-1-(diaminomethylidene)guanidine
  • n-Butyl biquanide
  • 2-butyl-1-carbamimidoylguanidine
Show all 30 synonyms
  • 1-butyl-3-carbamimidoyl-guanidine
  • N-Butyldicarbonimido/ic diamide/imido
  • 2-butyl-1-(diaminomethylidene)-guanidine
  • amino[(butylamino)iminomethyl]carboxamidine
  • ((1E)-1-amino-2-azahex-1-enyl)aminocarboxamidine

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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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
157.22 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
157.1327 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.63calc.
Topological polar surface area
102.8 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
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.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Pharmacological actions

  • Hypoglycemic Agents

Roles

  • antimicrobial agent
  • antineoplastic agent
  • antiviral agent
  • geroprotector
  • hypoglycemic agent
  • pharmaceutical
  • protective agent
  • radiosensitizing agent

Pharmacology

Buformin is an agent belonging to the biguanide class of antidiabetics with antihyperglycemic activity. Buformin is not metabolized and is excreted in the urine. This agent has been withdrawn from the market due to its elevated risk of lactic acidosis.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Buformin 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 Buformin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Buformin?

Buformin is a member of the class of biguanides that is biguanide substituted by a butyl group at position 1. It is an antidiabetic drug with potential antitumor effect. It has a role as a radiosensitizing agent, a geroprotector, an antiviral agent, a hypoglycemic agent and an antineoplastic agent.

What is the CAS number of Buformin?

The CAS registry number of Buformin is 692-13-7. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 1190-53-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Buformin?

The molecular formula of Buformin is C6H15N5 and its molar mass is 157.22 g/mol.

What is Buformin used for?

Known uses and roles of Buformin include building blocks in research and laboratory, antimicrobial agent, antineoplastic agent, antiviral agent, geroprotector and 5 more.

Is Buformin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Buformin 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 Buformin?

Buformin 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.

Where can I buy Buformin?

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