N'-Hydroxyimidoformamide

CAS: 624-82-8

Ref. 3D-FH125161

Product Information

• Name: N'-Hydroxyimidoformamide
• Synonyms: methanimidamide, N'-hydroxy-FORMAMIDOXIME
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: N'-Hydroxyimidoformamide (NHI) is a plant growth regulator that inhibits the enzyme cyclase. This inhibition leads to a decrease in the production of the intracellular second messenger cAMP and a decrease in protein synthesis, which can lead to cancer. N'-hydroxyimidoformamide also has an effect on energy metabolism, as it inhibits mitochondria activity. It is used as a herbicide for horticultural purposes. NHI binds to the hydroxyl group on the guanylate cyclase molecule, thereby preventing this enzyme from producing cGMP. This compound also produces nitric oxide when exposed to light and oxygen, which may have an anti-cancer effect by inhibiting tumor growth and proliferation, or by inducing apoptosis in cancer cells.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 60.06 g/mol
• Formula: CH₄N₂O
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder