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Thioflavin T
Thioflavin T is a fluorescent dye used in histology and biochemistry to detect amyloid fibrils and other protein aggregates. It is also employed in assays for nucleic acid and protein binding studies. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 2390-54-7, molecular formula C17H19N2S·Cl, and molecular weight 318.9. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Thioflavin T from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Thioflavin T is a fluorescent dye used in histology and biochemistry to detect amyloid fibrils and other protein aggregates. It is also employed in assays for nucleic acid and protein binding studies. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 2390-54-7, molecular formula C17H19N2S·Cl, and molecular weight 318.9. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Thioflavin T from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to Orange powder |
| Water | ≤14% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 1.2 - 2.0 |
| Assay | ≥98.00% |
| Insolubles | ≤0.5% |
| For research use only, not for human use | For research use only, not for human use |
| A Value | ≥0.76 (10ppm Water Solution ≥412nm) |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 2390-54-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C17H19N2S.Cl |
| Molecular Weight | 318.9 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC2=C(C=C1)[N+](=C(S2)C3=CC=C(C=C3)N(C)C)C.[Cl-] |
| EC / UN Number | 2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 3212900050 |
| Tariff Code | 3212900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Thioflavin T used for?
Thioflavin T is primarily used as a fluorescent dye for staining amyloid fibrils in research applications, particularly in studies of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Thioflavin T?
The formula is C17H19N2S·Cl and the molecular weight is 318.9 g/mol.
How should Thioflavin T be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Thioflavin T is available?
Available in research grade; purity and specifications are provided in the certificate of analysis.
Can Molekula supply Thioflavin T in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Thioflavin T order?
Each order includes a certificate of analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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