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Fluorescein disodium salt (soluble, 40-50% dye content)

SKU 90025175 CAS 518-47-8 C20H10Na2O5 MW 376.28 Made to order Bulk quantities on request

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Fluorescein disodium salt is a bright yellow-orange fluorescent dye widely used in biological staining, flow cytometry, tracer studies, and ophthalmology for diagnostic imaging. It dissolves easily in water and emits green fluorescence under UV or blue light, making it ideal for marking fluids, detecting leaks, and research applications. This product has a CAS number of 518-47-8, a molecular formula of C20H10Na2O5, and a molecular weight of 376.28 g/mol. It contains 40–50% dye content, requires no special storage conditions (ambient), and carries no hazard classification. Molekula supplies Fluorescein disodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Orange to Brown Powder
Solubility Soluble in Water
Moisture 00.000 - 10.000 %(m)
Wavelength of Max. Absorption 488.000 - 491.000 nm
Specific absorption (E 1% in 10 mm cell) at λ max. 840.000 - 1000.000

Storage & handling

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Storage Temperature Ambient
Flash Point 218 °C
Acidity Neutral

Identification

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SKU 90025175
CAS Number 518-47-8
IUPAC Name disodium;2-(3-oxido-6-oxoxanthen-9-yl)benzoate
EC Number 208-253-0
Molecular Formula C20H10Na2O5
Molecular Weight 376.28
Exact Mass 376.0324
SMILES C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C2=C3C=CC(=O)C=C3OC4=C2C=CC(=C4)[O-])C(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey NJDNXYGOVLYJHP-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI InChI=1S/C20H12O5.2Na/c21-11-5-7-15-17(9-11)25-18-10-12(22)6-8-16(18)19(15)13-3-1-2-4-14(13)20(23)24;;/h1-10,21H,(H,23,24);;/q;2*+1/p-2
PubChem CID 10608
REACH Code Y113
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 32129000
Tariff Code 3212900000

Safety & GHS

Precautionary statements

  • P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention

Documents

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Synonyms

  • Ak-Fluor
  • Fluorescein disodium salt
  • Fluorescein, soluble
  • Ki202
  • Resorcinol phthalein sodium
  • Sodium fluorescein
  • Soluble fluorescein
  • Uranin
  • Uranine WSS
  • Uranine Yellow

Frequently asked questions

What is fluorescein disodium salt commonly used for?

It is primarily used as a fluorescent dye in biological staining, ophthalmology (e.g., fluorescein angiography), and as a tracer in environmental and industrial applications.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of fluorescein disodium salt?

The formula is **C₂₀H₁₀Na₂O₅**, and the molecular weight is **376.28 g/mol** (for the 100% dye content form).

How should fluorescein disodium salt be stored?

Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, protected from light and moisture to maintain stability.

What grades or purities of fluorescein disodium salt does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies it with a **40–50% dye content** (soluble grade), suitable for most industrial and research applications.

Can Molekula supply fluorescein disodium salt in bulk quantities?

Yes, we offer bulk packaging options—please contact our sales team for custom quantities and pricing.

What documentation comes with an order of fluorescein disodium salt?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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