Guanidineacetic acid

Independent reference data for Guanidineacetic acid (CAS 352-97-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Naturally produced by the body (endogenous). Is used as a supplement to enhance athletic performance.Analogs of those substrates or compounds which bind naturally at the active sites of proteins, enzymes, antibodies, steroids, or physiological receptors. These analogs form a stable covalent bond at the binding site, thereby acting as inhibitors of the proteins or steroids.

Synonyms and trade names

glycocyamine; guanidinoacetic acid; 352-97-6; Guanidineacetic acid; Guanidoacetic acid; N-amidinoglycine; Guanyl glycine; Betacyamine; Betasyamine; guanidinoacetate; Guanidylacetic acid; glycine, N-(aminoiminomethyl)-; GLYCINE, N-AMIDINO-; Guanidine, (carboxymethyl)-; amidinoglycine; 2-(diaminomethylideneamino)acetic acid

Regulatory listings held on file

GHS notification summary	2.2% (1 / 46)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	2.2% (1 / 46)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (97.8%), H319 (97.8%), H335 (95.7%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 2.2% (1 of 46) of reports.

H315 (97.8%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Guanidineacetic acid · CAS 352-97-6 · C3H7N3O2. UNII GO52O1A04E. Solubility: 3.6 mg/mL at 15 °C; Collision Cross Section: 125.4 Ų [M+H]+; Collision Cross Section: 134.4 Ų [M+Na]+.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.