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Crystal Violet Lactone
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Crystal Violet Lactone

CAS No
1552-42-7
Synonym(s)
6-(Dimethylamino)-3,3-bis(p-(dimethylamino)phenyl)phthalide
Molecular Formula:
C26H29N3O2
Molecular Weight:
415.53
EC Number:
216-293-5
Colour Index Number:
–
PubChem CID:
73773
MDL number:
MFCD00070611
Specification SDS Available pack size: 100g, 25g, 5g
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Crystal Violet Lactone CAS: 1552-42-7 | MF: C26H29N3O2 | MW: 415.53, Buy now Histological Stains & Dyes for Histology, Cytology, Microbiology, Hematology & Biology Lab from TriStains. All Tristains products are exclusively distributed by Dawn Scientific Inc.

Crystal Violet lactone (CVL) is a colorless lactone derivative of crystal violet. The CVL compound contains two dimethylaniline groups attached via a tetrahedral carbon atom to 6-dimethylaminophthalide at the third position. Its chemical formula is C26H29N3O2. Crystal violet lactone (CVL) stain, also known as leuco crystal violet or crystal violet lactone paper, is a type of dye used in various applications due to its color-changing properties. It is soluble in nonpolar or slightly polar organic solvents. Crystal violet lactone stain offers a range of benefits across different industries, providing a simple yet effective solution for various color-change 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 :

  • Crystal violet lactone is suitable for use in color-changing printing. It serves as a reversible color system with temperature change.
  • It can be used in chemical sensors to detect the presence of acids or bases. The reversible color change of CVL in response to pH variations makes it useful for indicating the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.
  • It is employed in certain diagnostic tests, particularly those requiring rapid visual detection of chemical reactions or pH changes.

Benefits :

  • Gives reliable and accurate results
  • Versatile for various applications
  • CVL can exhibit relatively quick and noticeable color changes
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1552-42-7

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Application Crystal Violet lactone is a useful leuco dye
CAS Number 1552-42-7
Purity: ≥97%
Molecular Weight 415.53
Molecular Formula C26H29N3O2

 

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

Crystal Violet lactone is a leuco dye.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Appearance : Powder
Physical State : Solid
Solubility : Store at room temperature
Storage : Store at room temperature
Melting Point : 180-183° C (lit.)
Density : 1.19 g/cm3

 

SAFETY INFORMATION

For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
PubChem CID: 73773
MDL Number : MFCD00070611
EC Number : 216-293-5
SMILES : CN(C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)C1(OC(=O)C2=CC(=CC=C12)N(C)C)C1=CC=C(C=C1)N(C)C

 

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