2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine

About 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine

2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine is an amine building block carrying the CAS registry number 29166-72-1. Formula C9H21N3, molecular weight 171.28 g/mol. It is also known as Tetramethyl-2-tert-butylguanidine or Barton base.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine
Catalogue No.	VQ-019758
CAS Number	29166-72-1
IUPAC name	2-tert-butyl-1,1,3,3-tetramethylguanidine
Molecular formula	C₉H₂₁N₃
Molecular weight	171.28 g/mol
Exact mass	171.1735
InChIKey	YQHJFPFNGVDEDT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)(C)N=C(N(C)C)N(C)C
PubChem CID	3571581

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	18.8 Å²
Synonyms	Guanidine, N''-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-, Tetramethyl-2-tert-butylguanidine, N''-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-N,N,N',N'-tetramethylguanidine, Barton base, ((CH3)2N)2C=N(t-C4H9), t-butyl-tetramethylguanidine, tert-butyl-tetramethylguanidine, Guanidine,N''-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-, t-butyl-1,1,3,3-tetramethylguanidine, 2-t-butyl-1,1,3,3-tetramethylguanidine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H227Combustible liquid
H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P210, P260, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P363, P370 + P378, P403, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine is 29166-72-1. It is also known as Guanidine, N''-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-, Tetramethyl-2-tert-butylguanidine, N''-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-N,N,N',N'-tetramethylguanidine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine?

2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine has the molecular formula C9H21N3 and a molecular weight of 171.28 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-tert-butyl-1,1,3,3-tetramethylguanidine.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine can I order?

We supply 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Tert-Butyl-1,1,3,3,-Tetramethylguanidine is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.