Guanidine Hydrochloride (Aminomethanamidine hydrochloride)

Guanidine Hydrochloride is used as a common protein denaturant in the purification and extraction of mRNA, nucleic acids and proteins from cellular material. It acts as a strong RNase inhibitor, protecting cellular transcripts from degradation during tissue extraction. Synonyms: Aminomethanamidine hydrochloride,Aminoformamidine hydrochloride, Carbamidine hydrochloride, Guanidine chloride, Guanidinium chloride, Guanidinium hydrochloride, Iminourea, CAS No: 50-01-1, Molecular Formula: CH5N3HCl, Molecular Weight: 95.53, Purity: >99.5%, Appearance: White, crystalline powder, Residue on Ignition: <0.05%, pH: As Reported, Melting Point: 182-188ºC, Loss on Drying: <0.5%, Absorbance (260nm): <0.03, Absorbance (280nm): <0.03, Lead (Pb): <0.0005%, Iron: <0.0002%, RNase: None Detected, DNase: None Detected, Protease: None Detected, Storage: RT, Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards:  All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.