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Ninhydrin
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Ninhydrin is a chemical reagent primarily used for the detection and quantification of amino acids and peptides, commonly applied in forensic fingerprint analysis. It is identified by CAS number 485-47-2 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Ninhydrin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90027023
- CAS Number
- 485-47-2
- IUPAC Name
- 2,2-dihydroxyindene-1,3-dione
- EC Number
- 207-618-1
- Exact Mass
- 178.0266
- SMILES
- C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C(C2=O)(O)O
- InChIKey
- FEMOMIGRRWSMCU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C9H6O4/c10-7-5-3-1-2-4-6(5)8(11)9(7,12)13/h1-4,12-13H
- PubChem CID
- 10236
Synonyms
- 1,2,3-Indantrione monohydrate
- 1,2,3-Indantrione, 2-hydrate
- 1,3-Indandione, 2,2-dihydroxy-
- 1H-Indene-1,3(2H)-dione, 2,2-dihydroxy-
- 2,2-Dihydroxy-1,3-indandione
- 2,2-Dihydroxy-1,3-indanedione
- 2,2-Dihydroxy-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione
- Indantrione Monohydrate
- Ninhydrin hydrate
- Triketohydrindene hydrate
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.00000024 mmHg
Source: PubChem CID 10236 (Haz-Map)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ninhydrin used for?
Ninhydrin is primarily used as a chemical reagent for the detection and quantification of amino acids, peptides, and proteins.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ninhydrin?
Ninhydrin has the chemical formula C9H6O4 and a molecular weight of 178.14 g/mol.
How should Ninhydrin be stored?
Ninhydrin should be stored in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture to maintain its stability.
What grade of Ninhydrin is available?
Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for the specific purity and grade currently in stock.
Can Molekula supply Ninhydrin in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Ninhydrin in various quantities, from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Related products
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.