Guanidinium carbonate
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| Names | |
|---|---|
| IUPAC name
Guanidinium carbonate
| |
| Other names
Diguanidinium carbonate
Guanidine, carbonic acid salt | |
| Properties | |
| C3H12N6O3 (C(NH2)3)2CO3 | |
| Molar mass | 180.168 g/mol |
| Appearance | White solid |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Density | 1.29 g/cm3 (22 °C) |
| Melting point | 231 °C (448 °F; 504 K) (decomposes) |
| Boiling point | Decomposes |
| 45 g/100 ml (22 °C) | |
| Hazards | |
| Safety data sheet | Sigma-Aldrich |
| Lethal dose or concentration (LD, LC): | |
| LD50 (Median dose)
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1.045 mg/kg (rat oral) |
| Related compounds | |
| Related compounds
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Guanidinium chloride Guanidinium nitrate Guanidinium perchlorate Guanidinium sulfate |
| Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). | |
| Infobox references | |
Guanidinium carbonate (or Gdm2CO3) is a colorless organic salt, with the formula (C(NH2)3)2CO3.
Contents
Properties
Chemical
Guanidinium carbonate reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide and water.
Physical
Guanidinium carbonate is a slight hygroscopic solid, soluble in water.
Availability
Can be purchased online and from chemical cuppliers.
Preparation
One route involves adding sodium carbonate to guanidinium chloride.
Projects
- Make guanidinium compounds
Handling
Safety
Guanidinium carbonate has low toxicity, though it should be handled with care.
Storage
In closed, air-tight containers.
Disposal
No special disposal is required.
