Metformin

Name: Metformin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-007574

About Metformin

Listed under CAS 657-24-9, Metformin is a high-purity reference standard of Metformin available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C4H11N5, it has a molar mass of 129.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine. Common synonyms include N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide and 1,1-Dimethylbiguanide.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

As a reference sample of Metformin, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Metformin in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Metformin
Catalogue No.	VQ-007574
CAS Number	657-24-9
IUPAC name	3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine
Molecular formula	C₄H₁₁N₅
Molecular weight	129.16 g/mol
Exact mass	129.1014
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	XZWYZXLIPXDOLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN(C)C(=N)N=C(N)N
PubChem CID	4091

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 1
TPSA	91.5 Å²
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide, 1,1-Dimethylbiguanide, 1-Carbamimidamido-N,N-dimethylmethanimidamide, 1-[Amino(dimethylamino)methylidene]guanidine, Cidophage, DMGG, Dimethylbiguanide, Emiphage, Ficonax, Fluamine, Flumamine, Glifor

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, 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 Metformin?

The CAS Registry Number of Metformin is 657-24-9. It is also known as N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide, 1,1-Dimethylbiguanide, 1-Carbamimidamido-N,N-dimethylmethanimidamide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Metformin?

Metformin has the molecular formula C4H11N5 and a molecular weight of 129.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine.

What is Metformin used for?

Metformin is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Metformin. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Metformin can I order?

We supply Metformin in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Metformin?

Yes. Every lot of Metformin 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 Metformin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Metformin 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.