2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride

Synonym(s):α,α′-Azodiisobutyramidine dihydrochloride;AAPH;AAPH - CAS 2997-92-4 - Calbiochem;ABAP, 2,2ʹ-Azobis-(2-amidinopropane), 2HCl, 2,2ʹ-Azobis-(2-methylpropionamidine), 2HCl

CAS NO.：2997-92-4
Empirical Formula: C8H20Cl2N6
Molecular Weight: 271.19
MDL number: MFCD00142725
EINECS: 221-070-0
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-11-07 21:39:59

2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride Structural

What is 2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride?

Chemical properties

light yellow crystalline powder

The Uses of 2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride

2,2'-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride can be used as free radical initiator, apoptosis inducer.

The Uses of 2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride

2,2'-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride is used to prepare Resveratrol and its analogues for use as antioxidants. Also acts as an antioxidant.

The Uses of 2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride

Free radical initiator.
Polymerization initiator for acrylic, vinyl and allyl monomers.

Definition

ChEBI: AAPH is an azo compound.

Flammability and Explosibility

Non flammable

Safety Profile

Poison by ingestion. A skinirritant. When heated to decomposition it emits toxicvapors of NOx and HCl.

Properties of 2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride

Melting point:	175-177 °C(lit.)
Density	0.42
vapor pressure	0Pa at 20℃
storage temp.	0-6°C
solubility	acetone, dioxane, methanol, ethanol, DMSO and water: soluble
form	granular
color	White to off-white
Water Solubility	176.2g/L at 20℃
Stability:	Unstable. Sensitive to heat and light. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
CAS DataBase Reference	2997-92-4(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	Propanimidamide, 2,2'-azobis[2-methyl-, dihydrochloride (2997-92-4)

Safety information for 2,2′-Azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H251:Self-heating substances and mixtures H302:Acute toxicity,oral H317:Sensitisation, Skin H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P235:Keep cool. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.