3-Guanidinopropionic acid
Also known as: 3-Guanidinopropanoic acid, beta-Guanidinopropionic acid, Guanidinopropionic acid, 3-(diaminomethylideneamino)propanoic acid, 3-carbamimidamidopropanoic acid, N-(aminoiminomethyl)-beta-alanine, N-Carbamimidoyl-β-alanine, MFCD00045939, EINECS 206-530-0, Ompenaclid, RGX-202
3-Guanidinopropionic acid (CAS 353-09-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9N3O2 and a molecular weight of 131.133 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 222 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 299.1±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.7±27.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 353-09-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1072694-0
- Molecular Formula
- C4H9N3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 131.133 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 222 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 299.1±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 134.7±27.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 131.069473 |
| PSA | 99.20000 |
| LogP | -1.68 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.575 |
| Storage Conditions | −20°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Kurth I, et al. Therapeutic targeting of SLC6A8 creatine transporter suppresses colon cancer progression and modulates human creatine levels. Sci Adv. 2021 Oct 8;7(41):eabi7511. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2925290090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2925290090 other imines and their derivatives; salts thereof。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Guanidinopropionic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Guanidinopropionic acid is 353-09-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Guanidinopropionic acid?
3-Guanidinopropionic acid has molecular formula C4H9N3O2 and molecular weight 131.133 g/mol.
Is 3-Guanidinopropionic acid hazardous?
3-Guanidinopropionic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Guanidinopropionic acid?
For 3-Guanidinopropionic acid, Upstream Products: beta-Alanine, Thiourea dioxide, S-Methylisothiourea hemisulfate.
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