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S10131

Nigrosin W/S

CAS No
8005-03-6
Synonym(s)
Acid Black 2
Molecular Formula:
C42H29N6Na3O12S4
Molecular Weight:
1006.9
EC Number:
–
Colour Index Number:
50420
PubChem CID:
135442942
MDL number:
MFCD00044681
Specification SDS Available Pack Size: 10g, 25g, 50g, 100g

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Nigrosin W/S CAS: 8005-03-6 | MF: C42H29N6Na3O12S4 | MW: 1006.9, Buy now Histological Stains & Dyes for Histology, Cytology, Microbiology, Hematology & Biology Lab from TriStains. All Tristains products are exclusively distributed by Dawn Scientific Inc.

Nigrosin W/S is a synthetic dye that comes in the form of brown to dark blue or violet to black crystals or powder. With a molecular formula of C42H29N6Na3O12S4, this water-soluble dye is derived from coal tar sources. The abbreviation W/S signifies its water solubility, making it dissolve easily in water. When mixed with water or other aqueous solutions, it exhibits a rich, deep blue-black hue. Widely utilized in microbiology and cytology, Nigrosin W/S is commonly employed for negative staining purposes.

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 :

  • Nigrosine WS is used in microbiology for negative staining of microorganisms.
  • It stains the background dark blue/purple in order to enhance the visibility of non-stained bacteria, fungi, spirochetes and protists.
  • It is commonly used in Gram staining, Nissl staining, and other histological techniques.

Benefits :

  • Offers a deep, saturated blue-black color when dissolved in aqueous solutions
  • Highly stable and resistant to fading
  • Versatile and affordable
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CAS NO

03-06-8005

Synonyms

Acid Black 2

CI No

50420

MW

–

Brand

Tristains

Size

100g, 10g, 25g, 50g

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Alternate Names Acid Black 2
Application Nigrosin is a negative stain in place of India ink for spirochetes, bacteria, protozoa and fungi
CAS Number 8005-03-6
Molecular Weight 616.49
Molecular Formula: C22H14N6Na2O9S2

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

Nigrosin is used as a negative stain in place of India ink for spirochetes, bacteria, protozoa and fungi. Negative staining with nigrosin can reveal some microorganisms that cannot be stained by regular methods.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Appearance Crystalline or powder
Physical State Solid
Solubility Soluble in water, alcohol, oil, and nigrosines.
Storage Store at room temperature

SAFETY INFORMATION

For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
WGK Germany 3
RTECS GC4762250
PubChem CID 44134531
MDL Number MFCD00044681
SMILES C1=CC=C(C=C1)NN=C2C(=CC3=CC(=C(C(=C3C2=O)N)N=NC4=CC=C(C=C4)[N+](=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)[O-])S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+]

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