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(Z)-N'-hydroxy-4-methylpentanimidamide; CAS No.: 188719-92-8; (Z)-N'-hydroxy-4-methylpentanimidamide. PROPERTIES: This compound is a (Z)-N'-hydroxy-4-methylpentanimidamide appearing as white crystalline powder. Its molecular weight is approximately 143.16 g/mol. It has melting point around 100-105 C. The compound is moderately soluble in polar organic solvents like dimethylformamide. It's moisture sensitive and may hydrolyze upon exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store in tightly sealed containers under nitrogen atmosphere. Keep below 25 C and protect from moisture. Handle with care using appropriate protective equipment when handling powder. APPLICATIONS: (Z)-N'-hydroxy-4-methylpentanimidamide is utilized in organic synthesis as amidine building block as detailed in Synthetic Communications. It's employed in preparation of certain antibacterial agents mentioned in Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. Additionally, this compound serves as intermediate for synthesizing hydroxylamine-containing pharmaceuticals reported in Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters. The hydroxy and amidine groups provide valuable sites for further functionalization in drug discovery projects.