Molekula
(BCIP-Toluidine)5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolylphosphate-p-toluidine salt
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
BCIP-Toluidine is a chromogenic substrate used primarily in molecular biology for colorimetric detection in Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and nucleic acid hybridization assays. It produces a blue precipitate upon enzymatic hydrolysis, enabling sensitive visualization of target molecules. This chemical has a CAS number of 6578-06-9, with the molecular formula C15H15BrClN2O4P and a molecular weight of 433.62 g/mol. It must be stored at -15 to -20°C and carries a signal word of Warning. Molekula supplies BCIP-Toluidine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White/light brown powder |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 21540524 |
| CAS Number | 6578-06-9 |
| IUPAC Name | (5-bromo-4-chloro-1H-indol-3-yl) dihydrogen phosphate;4-methylaniline |
| EC Number | 229-506-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H6BrClNO4P · C7H9N |
| Molecular Weight | 433.62 |
| Exact Mass | 431.9641 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC=C(C=C1)N.C1=CC(=C(C2=C1NC=C2OP(=O)(O)O)Cl)Br |
| InChIKey | QEIFSLUFHRCVQL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H6BrClNO4P.C7H9N/c9-4-1-2-5-7(8(4)10)6(3-11-5)15-16(12,13)14;1-6-2-4-7(8)5-3-6/h1-3,11H,(H2,12,13,14);2-5H,8H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 81059 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29339982 |
| Tariff Code | 2933998090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is BCIP-Toluidine used for?
BCIP-Toluidine is primarily used as a substrate in colorimetric detection systems, particularly in Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization, where it produces a blue precipitate upon enzymatic reaction.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of BCIP-Toluidine?
The chemical formula is **C₈H₆BrClNO₄P · C₇H₉N**, and the molecular weight is **433.62 g/mol**.
How should BCIP-Toluidine be stored?
Store BCIP-Toluidine at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade or purity is available for BCIP-Toluidine?
Molekula supplies BCIP-Toluidine in **analytical or biochemical grade**, suitable for research and diagnostic applications.
Can Molekula supply BCIP-Toluidine in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can provide BCIP-Toluidine in bulk, subject to availability and minimum order quantities—please contact us for details.
What documentation comes with an order of BCIP-Toluidine?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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