Molekula
Brilliant Cresyl Blue (C.I. 51010)
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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
Brilliant Cresyl Blue (C.I. 51010) is a zinc complex dye used in histology and microbiology for staining cellular structures. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 385.96 g/mol, CAS number 81029-05-2, and molecular formula (C17H20ClN3O)2·ZnCl2. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Brilliant Cresyl Blue (C.I. 51010) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — $139.00 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Green crystalline powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5% |
| Dye Content | ≥ 40% |
| Solubility 0.1% (50% EtOH) | Clear blue solution |
| Absorption (ʎ max) | ≤628 nm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 45545810 |
| CAS Number | 81029-05-2 |
| Molecular Formula | (C17H20ClN3O)2·ZnCl2 |
| Molecular Weight | 385.96 |
| SMILES | [Cl-][Zn+2]([Cl-])([Cl-])[Cl-].N=1C2=CC=C(C=C2[O+]=C3C1C(N)=CC(N)=C3C)N(CC)CC |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 32129000 |
| Tariff Code | 3212900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Brilliant Cresyl Blue used for?
It is primarily used as a pH indicator in analytical chemistry and as a dye in biological staining applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Brilliant Cresyl Blue?
The formula is (C17H20ClN3O)2·ZnCl2 with a molecular weight of 385.96 g/mol.
How should Brilliant Cresyl Blue be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Brilliant Cresyl Blue does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Brilliant Cresyl Blue in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply Brilliant Cresyl Blue in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Brilliant Cresyl Blue in bulk; please contact us for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Brilliant Cresyl Blue?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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