Molekula
Nuclear Fast Red (C.I. 60760)
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Nuclear Fast Red (C.I. 60760) is a sodium salt dye used in histology and microscopy for staining cellular components, particularly in nuclear and cytoplasmic differentiation. It is a water-soluble, red-colored compound with a molecular formula of C14H8NNaO7S and a molecular weight of 357.27 g/mol. CAS number: 6409-77-4. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Nuclear Fast Red (C.I. 60760) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £76.80 per pack ex VAT · £92.16 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Dark red to deep red-brown powder |
| Identification | To conform to standard |
| Solubility | Clear dark red solution (4mg + 4ml of H2O) |
| Dye Content | 92% area min, 85% diazot min |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 35954436 |
| CAS Number | 6409-77-4 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium 4-amino-1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxoanthracene-2-sulfonate |
| EC Number | 229-088-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C14H8NNaO7S |
| Molecular Weight | 357.27 |
| Exact Mass | 356.9919 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C(=C(C(=C3N)O)S(=O)(=O)[O-])O.[Na+] |
| InChIKey | IFSXZLJQEKGQAF-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C14H9NO7S.Na/c15-9-7-8(12(18)14(13(9)19)23(20,21)22)11(17)6-4-2-1-3-5(6)10(7)16;/h1-4,18-19H,15H2,(H,20,21,22);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23677995 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 3212.90.00.50 |
| 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
- 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
- 4-amino-1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxoanthracene-2-sulfonic acid, sodium salt
- C.I. 60760
- Calcium red
- Disodium 1-amino-2,4-dihydroxy-9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxoanthracene-3-sulphonate
- Helio Fast Rubine BBL
- Helioechtrubin
- Nuclear Fast Red
- Nuclear Fast Red Sodium salt
- Sodium 1,3-dihydroxy-4-aminoanthraquinone-2-sulfonate
- SODIUM 4-AMINO-1,3-DIHYDROXY-9,10-DIOXO-9,10-DIHYDROANTHRACENE-2-SULFONATE
Frequently asked questions
What is Nuclear Fast Red used for?
Nuclear Fast Red (C.I. 60760) is primarily used as a histological stain for identifying nuclei in tissue sections, especially in combination with other dyes for cellular differentiation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Nuclear Fast Red?
The formula is C14H8NNaO7S with a molecular weight of 357.27 g/mol.
How should Nuclear Fast Red be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Nuclear Fast Red does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Nuclear Fast Red in analytical grade, suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply Nuclear Fast Red in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Nuclear Fast Red in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Nuclear Fast Red?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the product.
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