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Indigo Carmine Certified
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Indigo Carmine Certified

CAS No
860-22-0
Synonym(s)
Acid Blue 74; Indigo-5,5′-disulfonic acid disodium salt
Molecular Formula:
C16H8N2Na2O8S2
Molecular Weight:
466.35
EC Number:
212-728-8
Colour Index Number:
73015
PubChem CID:
2723854
MDL number:
MFCD00005723
Specification SDS Available pack size: 10g, 25g, 50g, 100g, 5g
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Indigo Carmine Certified CAS: 860-22-0 | MF: C16H8N2Na2O8S2 | MW: 466.35, Buy now for reliable and reproducible results from Tristains.

Indigo Carmine Certified is a superior quality synthetic dye with a high concentration of indigo, having the molecular formula C16H8N2Na2O8S2. It is a dark blue to very dark blue powder, which dissolves well in water, giving it a deep blue solution. Other names for this compound include Acid Blue 74, Indigo-5,5′-disulfonic acid disodium salt, or Indigocarmine. It is also very popular in histology, microbiology, and laboratory processes, especially as a collagen stain, and together with red nuclear counterstains, especially because of its good staining capacity.

Applications

  • Applied in experiments that assess the production of ozone by neutrophils.
  • Uses as a redox indicator in analytical chemistry.
  • Used as a microscopic stain in research in biology and histology.
  • Used as a photometric detector during analysis.

Key features

  • High Purity & Consistency: Manufactured to ensure reproducible and accurate results across laboratory applications.
  • Superior Contrast: brings good distinction between tissue, cells and chemicals.
  • Flexible Applications: Can be used in histology, cytology, microbiology and analytical laboratories.
  • Water-Soluble: Dissolves easily in water and gives consistent and dependable staining solutions.
  • Reproducible & cost effective: Can be used in both regular laboratory work and in research with cost efficiency.

General Description

Indigo Carmine Certified is a high-quality laboratory-grade reagent that is designed to be used in staining and analytical tasks of high performance. It provides uniform coloration, high water solubility, and reliable use in histology, cytology, microbiology, and research in analytical chemistry. Its flexibility and stability allow its use in professional laboratories, in educational institutions, and in research centers. The dye gives reliable results and is easy to handle and economically utilized, and therefore it is the choice whenever it comes to the application of staining and indicators.

Want to buy Indigo Carmine Certified? TriStains offers high-quality laboratory solutions. Indigo Carmine Certified comes in varying packaging amounts from TriStains-certified lab dyes. To obtain pricing information, quantity orders, or specific packaging, message the sales department to obtain a consistent, reproducible, and cost-effective laboratory result. Order Indigo Carmine Certified today for reliable and reproducible results from TriStains.

About Brand

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.

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100g, 10g, 25g, 50g, 5g

CAS No

860-22-0

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Alternate Names Acid Blue 74; Indigo-5,5-disulfonic acid disodium salt
Application Indigo carmine is a tissue stain, pH indicator, and tool for the determination of hypochlorite
CAS Number 860-22-0
Molecular Weight 466.35
Molecular Formula: C16H8N2Na2O8S2

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

Indigo carmine is a dye consisting of an indigo dimer with sodium salts of sulfonic acids at positions 5 and 5′. This compound has been used as a tissue stain, pH indicator, and tool for the determination of hypochlorite in solutions.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Appearance Powder
Solubility Soluble in water (10 g/l at 25°C), glycol, and ethanol (3 mg/ml). Insoluble in benzene, and chloroform.
Storage Store at 4°C
Melting Point gt;300° C
Refractive Index n20D ~1.75 (Predicted)

SAFETY INFORMATION

For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
WGK Germany 3
RTECS DU3000000
PubChem CID 5284351
Merck Index 14: 4944
MDL Number MFCD00005723
EC Number 212-728-8
Beilstein Registry 4103904
SMILES C1=CC2=C(C=C1S(=O)(=O)[O-])C(=O)C(=C3C(=O)C4=C(N3)C=CC(=C4)S(=O)(=O)[O-])N2.[Na+].[Na+]

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