Molekula
Fast Blue BB 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
Fast Blue BB salt is a zinc complex dye used in biochemical staining and analytical applications. It is a crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C34H36Cl4N6O6Zn and a molecular weight of 831.89 g/mol. It is classified as a warning substance and must be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C. Molekula supplies Fast Blue BB salt 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 — £108.80 per pack ex VAT · £130.56 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow powder |
| Assay/Purity | ≥80% |
| Melting Point | ~157°C |
| Dye Content | ≥60% |
| Version | To report |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20599203 |
| CAS Number | 5486-84-0 |
| IUPAC Name | bis(4-benzamido-2,5-diethoxybenzenediazonium);dichlorozinc;dichloride |
| EC Number | 226-817-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C34H36Cl4N6O6Zn |
| Molecular Weight | 831.89 |
| Exact Mass | 830.0712 |
| SMILES | CCOC1=CC(=C(C=C1NC(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)OCC)[N+]#N.CCOC1=CC(=C(C=C1NC(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2)OCC)[N+]#N.[Cl-].[Cl-].Cl[Zn]Cl |
| InChIKey | CMFRFQODFZBKTI-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2C17H17N3O3.4ClH.Zn/c2*1-3-22-15-11-14(20-18)16(23-4-2)10-13(15)19-17(21)12-8-6-5-7-9-12;;;;;/h2*5-11H,3-4H2,1-2H3;4*1H;/q;;;;;;+2/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 16212913 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 3212900050 |
| Tariff Code | 3212900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- 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
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 4-(Benzoylamino)-2,5-diethoxybenzenediazonium chloride zinc chloride (2:1)
- 4-benzamido-2,5-diethoxybenzenediazonium;dichlorozinc;dichloride
- Diazotized 4'-amino-2',5'-diethoxybenzanilide, zinc chloride salt
- Fast Blue BB Salt hemi(zinc chloride) salt, for microscopy (Hist.)
Frequently asked questions
What is Fast Blue BB salt used for?
Fast Blue BB salt is primarily used as a dye in textile and paper industries, and as a chromogenic reagent that works by azo coupling, for example with naphthol AS substrates in enzyme histochemistry for alkaline phosphatase and esterases, and for detecting phenols and cannabinoids.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Fast Blue BB salt?
The formula is C34H36Cl4N6O6Zn with a molecular weight of 831.89 g/mol.
How should Fast Blue BB salt be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of Fast Blue BB salt is available?
Molekula supplies Fast Blue BB salt in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Fast Blue BB salt in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Fast Blue BB salt in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Fast Blue BB salt order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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