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Carminic Acid 50%
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Carminic Acid 50%

CAS No
1260-17-9
Synonym(s)
Natural red 4
Molecular Formula:
C22H20O13
Molecular Weight:
492.39
EC Number:
215-023-3
Colour Index Number:
75470
PubChem CID:
10255083
MDL number:
MFCD00167028
Specification SDS Available pack size: 100g, 5g
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Carminic Acid 50% CAS: 1260-17-9 | MF: C22H20O13 | MW: 492.39, Buy now Histological Stains & Dyes for Histology, Cytology, Microbiology, Hematology & Biology Lab from TriStains. All Tristains products are exclusively distributed by Dawn Scientific Inc.

In its concentrated form (50%), carminic acid may appear as a red to purple powder or liquid. Carminic acid is a glucosidal hydroxyanthrapurin compound. Additionally, the percentage (e.g., 50%) indicates the concentration of the carminic acid solution, and different concentrations may be used depending on the application. Carminic acid is a natural red pigment derived from the scale insect Dactylopius coccus, commonly known as cochineal. It is a water-soluble compound responsible for the vibrant red color associated with cochineal extract. Carminic acid, due to its red color, may be employed as a biological stain in certain applications.

TriStains provides a marketplace for histology and biological stains, which is comprehensive enough to encompass the peculiar requirements of laboratories specializing in Histology, Cytology, Microbiology, and Hematology. With a reputation for exceeding quality expectations, TriStains performance is outstanding which allows for resolution of cell and tissue components fundamental to life sciences to be clearly visualized. Each product under TriStains series is validated for accuracy, reliability and consistency. TriStains, which manufactures and markets stains and indicators in various packing, offers laboratories turn key solutions for all their staining and indicator needs, improving accuracy in every experiment.

Application :

  • Carminic acid 50% is widely used as a natural food coloring agent.
  • Due to its vibrant color, carminic acid 50% is used in cosmetics.
  • It can be employed as a dye for textiles, providing a natural and vibrant red hue to fabrics.

Benefits :

  • Gives accurate and reliable results
  • Stable and versatile product
  • Water-soluble nature allows for easy incorporation into a variety of formulations
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100g, 5g

CAS No

1260-17-9

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Alternate Names Natural red 4
Application Carminic acid is an anthraquinone glucoside-containing small molecule natural product
CAS Number 1260-17-9
Molecular Weight 492.39
Molecular Formula: C22H20O13

For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data (including water content).

Carminic acid is an anthraquinone glucoside-containing small molecule natural product.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Appearance Powder or crystalline powder
Physical State Solid
Solubility Soluble in water (1.30 mg/ml at 25° C), 1N Acetic Acid (10 mg/ml), DMSO, and methanol (slightly). Insoluble in chloroform.
Storage Store at room temperature
Boiling Point ~907.6° C at 760 mmHg (Predicted)
Density 1.9 g/cm3 (Predicted)
Refractive Index n20D 1.79 (Predicted)
Optical Activity α20D +3.1, c = 1 in water; α15D +51.6 in water
IC50 HepG2: IC50= 1.77 mM (human); HeLa: IC50 = 3.73 mM (human)
pK Values pKa: pK1: 2.81, pK2: 5.43, pK3: 8.10

SAFETY INFORMATION

For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
WGK Germany 2
RTECS GG5350000
PubChem CID 10255083
Merck Index 14: 1843
MDL Number MFCD00167028
EC Number 215-023-3
Beilstein Registry 71651
SMILES CC1=C2C(=CC(=C1C(=O)O)O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C(=C(C(=C3O)O) [C@H]4[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O4)CO)O)O)O)O

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