Metformin Hydrochloride

Name: Metformin Hydrochloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-007575

About Metformin Hydrochloride

Listed under CAS 1115-70-4, Metformin Hydrochloride is a high-purity reference standard of Metformin available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C4H12ClN5 and its molecular weight is 165.62 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine. Hydrochloride. Common synonyms include Diabetosan and Diabex.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 5 hazard statements. 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. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Metformin Hydrochloride in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Related to Metformin

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Metformin Hydrochloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-007575
CAS Number	1115-70-4
IUPAC name	3-(diaminomethylidene)-1,1-dimethylguanidine;hydrochloride
Molecular formula	C₄H₁₂ClN₅
Molecular weight	165.62 g/mol
Exact mass	165.0781
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	OETHQSJEHLVLGH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN(C)C(=N)N=C(N)N.Cl
PubChem CID	14219

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 1
TPSA	91.5 Å²
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic Diamide Hydrochloride, Diabetosan, Diabex, Glucophage, Metiguanide, Glucoform, Glucomet, Glucomin, Glucomine, Orabet, Siamformet, Walaphage

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, 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

Other grades of CAS 1115-70-4

IP/BP/USP

Metformin HCl

CAS: 1115-70-4
Formula: C₄H₁₂ClN₅
MW: 165.62 g/mol

VQ-004135

Metformin HCl

CAS: 1115-70-4
Formula: C₄H₁₂ClN₅
MW: 165.62 g/mol

VQ-046847

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Metformin Hydrochloride?

The CAS Registry Number of Metformin Hydrochloride is 1115-70-4. It is also known as N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic Diamide Hydrochloride, Diabetosan, Diabex.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Metformin Hydrochloride?

Metformin Hydrochloride has the molecular formula C4H12ClN5 and a molecular weight of 165.62 g/mol.

What is Metformin Hydrochloride used for?

Metformin Hydrochloride 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 Hydrochloride can I order?

We supply Metformin Hydrochloride in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Metformin Hydrochloride?

Yes. Every lot of Metformin Hydrochloride 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 Hydrochloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. Metformin Hydrochloride 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.