Metformin (CAS 657-24-9) — formula C4H11N5, molecular weight 129.16; category organic chemicals.
Metformin (CAS 657-24-9) is a chemical raw material in the organic chemicals category. Its molecular formula C4H11N5 comprises 4 C, 11 H, 5 N atoms. Its molecular weight is about 129.16. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 223-226 °C, boiling point around 224.1ºC at 760 mmHg, LogP about -2.6. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 657-24-9 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C4H11N5 |
| Molecular Weight | 129.16 |
| Melting Point | 223-226 °C |
| Boiling Point | 224.1ºC at 760 mmHg |
| LogP | -2.6 |
| Applications | MEDICATION (VET), MEDICATION, Hypoglycemic Agents, Use (kg) in Switzerland (2009): >75000, Use (kg, approx.) in Germany (2009): >1000000 |
| Category | Organic Chemicals |
Documented applications: MEDICATION (VET), MEDICATION, Hypoglycemic Agents, Use (kg) in Switzerland (2009): >75000, Use (kg, approx.) in Germany (2009): >1000000.
Metformin is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 657-24-9 and molecular formula C4H11N5 (molecular weight 129.16), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 657-24-9
Its molecular formula C4H11N5 comprises 4 C, 11 H, 5 N atoms.
Also known as: Metformin · 二甲双胍
Category: organic chemicals
The CAS registry number of Metformin is 657-24-9.
Molecular formula C4H11N5, molecular weight 129.16.
It is also registered under: Metformin, 二甲双胍.
Recorded applications: MEDICATION (VET), MEDICATION, Hypoglycemic Agents, Use (kg) in Switzerland (2009): >75000, Use (kg, approx.) in Germany (2009): >1000000.
Category: Organic Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for Metformin (CAS 657-24-9), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 657-24-9 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 4091 |
| Molecular formula | C4H11N5 |
| IUPAC name | 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine |
| UNII (FDA) | 9100L32L2N |
| Molecular Weight | 129.16 |
|---|---|
| XLogP3 | -1.3 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 3 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 1 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 2 |
| Exact Mass | 129.10144537 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 129.10144537 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 91.5 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 9 |
| Boiling Point | 224.1ºC at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 223-226 °C |
| Melting Point | 223 - 226 °C |
| LogP | -2.6 |
| Ionization Efficiency | 3.49 |
| Ionization Efficiency | 2.7 |
| Ionization Efficiency | MeCN (80%) |
| Dissociation Constants | 12.4 |
metformin; 657-24-9; 1,1-Dimethylbiguanide; N,N-dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide; Metiguanide; Dimethylbiguanide; Metformine; N,N-Dimethylbiguanide; Metformina; N1,N1-Dimethylbiguanide; N,N-Dimethyldiguanide; 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine; Diaformin; Dimethylbiguanid; Metformin extended release; BIGUANIDE, 1,1-DIMETHYL-
| GHS notification summary | 50% (2 / 4) |
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| GHS notification summary | 50% (2 / 4) |
|---|---|
| Reported hazard statements | H302 (50%), H315, H319 |
This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 50% (2 of 4) of reports.
H302 (50%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
Metformin · CAS 657-24-9 · C4H11N5. UNII 9100L32L2N. Boiling Point: 224.1ºC at 760 mmHg; Melting Point: 223-226 °C; Melting Point: 223 - 226 °C.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
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