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Nile Blue A
Nile Blue A is a cationic cyanine dye used in fluorescence microscopy, staining biological tissues, and as a redox indicator in electrochemistry. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 732.85 g/mol, a molecular formula of 2C20H20N3O · SO4, and a CAS number of 3625-57-8. Stored at ambient temperature, it requires no signal word. Molekula supplies Nile Blue A from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Nile Blue A is a cationic cyanine dye used in fluorescence microscopy, staining biological tissues, and as a redox indicator in electrochemistry. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 732.85 g/mol, a molecular formula of 2C20H20N3O · SO4, and a CAS number of 3625-57-8. Stored at ambient temperature, it requires no signal word. Molekula supplies Nile Blue A from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 3625-57-8 |
| Molecular Formula | 2C20H20N3O · SO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 732.85 |
| SMILES | CC[N+](=C1C=CC2=NC3=C(C=C(C4=CC=CC=C43)N)OC2=C1)CC.CC[N+](=C1C=CC2=NC3=C(C=C(C4=CC=CC=C43)N)OC2=C1)CC.[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-] |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 32041359 |
Safety & GHS
For research and industrial use only
Documents
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nile Blue A used for?
Nile Blue A is primarily used as a fluorescent dye in biological staining and spectroscopy applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Nile Blue A?
The formula is 2C20H20N3O · SO4 with a molecular weight of 732.85 g/mol.
How should Nile Blue A be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Nile Blue A is available?
Molekula supplies Nile Blue A in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply Nile Blue A in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Nile Blue A in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Nile Blue A?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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