3-Guanidinopropionic Acid

• CAT Number: R039526
• CAS Number: 353-09-3
• Molecular Formula: C4H9N3O2
• Molecular Weight: 131.14
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 3-Guanidinopropanoic Acid; 3-Guanidinopropionic Acid; Guanidinepropanoic Acid; Guanidinepropionic Acid; Guanidinopropionic Acid; N-(3-Propanoic Acid)guanidine; PNU 10483; Propanoic Acid, 3-[(aminoiminomethyl)amino]-; β-Guanidinopropionic Acid; β-Guan
• Target: Metabolic Enzyme/Protease
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 3-(diaminomethylideneamino)propanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H9N3O2/c5-4(6)7-2-1-3(8)9/h1-2H2,(H,8,9)(H4,5,6,7)
• InChIKey: KMXXSJLYVJEBHI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(CN=C(N)N)C(=O)O

3-Guanidinopropionic Acid (Cat No.:R039526) is a synthetic compound with a guanidine group attached to a propionic acid backbone. It acts as a selective inhibitor of the creatine transporter, potentially influencing muscle performance and cellular energy metabolism. By reducing creatine uptake, GPA may affect the synthesis of phosphocreatine in muscles, leading to changes in energy reserves. It is primarily studied for its impact on muscle function, aging, and neuroprotection. Due to its specific biochemical actions, GPA holds promise in metabolic research and therapeutic applications, especially in neurodegenerative diseases and muscle disorders.